That Appomattox jobs deal that collapsed sparks State Senate debate Evan Jones January 26, 2016 1 min read The failed economic development deal that had promised to bring hundreds of jobs to Appomattox took center stage in the State Senate’s Monday debate. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Health officials says cold-weather hazards still existNext: New exhibits on tap at the Taubman Museum Related Stories 1 min read Habitat, Family Promise and Roanoke City team up on new housing project Gene Marrano February 26, 2025 1 min read Roanoke faces $4 million budget shortfall; Republican city councilman calls for forensic audit Ian Price February 26, 2025 1 min read Main road in to Vinton from Roanoke could see a “road diet,” this summer Gene Marrano February 26, 2025