That Appomattox jobs deal that collapsed sparks State Senate debate Evan Jones January 26, 2016 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: Health officials says cold-weather hazards still existNext: New exhibits on tap at the Taubman Museum Related Stories 1 minute read Day picked for Roanoke neighborhood plowing Web Staff January 26, 2026 0 2 minutes read Extreme cold warning issued after Winter Storm Fern moves out of Roanoke Valley Ian Price January 26, 2026 0 2 minutes read Virginia Tech researcher tests future-focused method to help smokers quit Web Staff January 26, 2026 0