2011 was a good year for tourism in the Roanoke Valley Timothy Martin January 13, 2012 1 min read The Roanoke Valley and Convention and Visitors Bureau is excited about 2012 after a successful 2011. WFIR’s Timothy Martin explains. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Tourism-Numbers-Wrap-1-WEB.mp3|titles=Tourism Numbers Wrap 1-WEB] Click here for more information. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Missing Franklin County woman found dead in AlabamaNext: McDonnell proposes increase in state worker retirement contributions Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025