5k to support refugees returning to Roanoke’s Welcoming Week program Emma Thomas August 29, 2022 1 min read Roanoke’s “Welcoming Week” will be kicking off with a 5k aimed at raising funds to support Roanoke’s refugee population. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: Click here to register for the race Share: Post navigation Previous: VA State Senator voices concerns over ranked choice votingNext: Troutville rest area on I-81 to reopen soon Related Stories 1 min read GOP Congressman Ben Cline says the “letter of the law,” being followed in Venezuelan boat strikes Gene Marrano December 3, 2025 0 1 min read Carilion Children’s gets big boost from Life Ring Foundation for pediatric cancer care Gene Marrano December 2, 2025 0 1 min read the 10th Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Show and Toys for Tots drive is back Gene Marrano December 2, 2025 0