Local Government, Civic Affairs and Education
A program new to Virginia Western Community College is helping students that have been in foster care get support for their acclimation to higher education, WFIR’s Alex Torres has details:
Communities in the valley are coming together once again for an annual get-together in downtown Roanoke. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more on that:
The Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office has expanded a holiday gift drive that focused last year just on bikes for kids – this time around looking to brighten up the Christmas season for older folks as well. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
Red Kettles, bell ringing – and angel trees. The Christmas season holidays are back and so is the Salvation Army of Roanoke, seeking donations to help the less fortunate – young and older. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
After thousands have “moved their feet so others can eat,” this morning, hundreds more will do just that – they will be served a Thanksgiving feast for lunch at the Rescue Mission of Roanoke. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
The Rescue Mission of Roanoke serves more than 200-Thousand meals a year to people in need. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the annual Drumstick Dash helps make that possible.
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The ground breaking of a new fire station represents regional cooperation and improved public safety. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno explains.
A new, fifth-level class in the English language for those who have another native tongue will get off the ground at Blue Ridge Literacy. Its fueled by a grant and could lead towards opportunities in education and employment as well. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story:
A free Mini Medical School could give you big insight into how today’s technology is influencing the healthcare you receive. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more on the free program:
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There could be a lot of new faces in the Virginia Legislature after today’s elections. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreño reports this is one of the most impactful legislative elections in decades.