5k to support refugees returning to Roanoke’s Welcoming Week program Emma Thomas August 29, 2022 1 minute 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 Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026