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 About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VA State Senator voices concerns over ranked choice votingNext: Troutville rest area on I-81 to reopen soon Related Stories 1 min read September is National Recovery Month Denise Membreno September 18, 2025 1 min read All is need is LOVE … in Roanoke County Gene Marrano September 18, 2025 2 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 12 Points in Virginia governor’s race, new poll finds Ian Price September 18, 2025