Arts, Leisure and Sports
A banjo-playing bluegrass artist is bringing roots music to Floyd County in honor of a legendary musician, WFIR’s Alex Torres has more:
After a month of over indulging many embark on a dry-January, meaning a month of NOT drinking alcohol. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports forget dry January mocktails have become popular year round.
Chances are you have heard of dry January, where people try to go without drinking alcohol for one month. Instead of cocktails many often drink their non-alcoholic cousin, a mocktail. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on this growing trend.
The Kirk Family YMCA sees an influx of members this time of year thanks to many New Year’s resolutions regarding fitness; one representative says classes help keep people on track with their goals. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more:
The Taubman Museum of Art and the Moss Arts Center are celebrating the life and work of a beloved regional artist. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more.
Beloved Blacksburg artist Joe Kelley was known for his love of nature and his innovative work. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno tells us where we can see his work.
The Liberty Flames football team will be in action on News Year’s Day against eighth ranked Oregon in the 2023 Vbro Fiesta Bowl. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on this historic appearance.
First year Liberty Coach Jamey Chadwell will make school history on Monday. The Flames are marking their fifth year of bowl eligibility with their first ever New Year’s Day appearance, The Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more.