5th District candidates continue debate over police reform Clark Palmer September 18, 2020 1 min read Congressional candidates vying for a chance to represent Virginia’s 5th District — which includes parts of Bedford County and all of Franklin County — are discussing topics including police reform. WFIR’s Clark Palmer explains. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke man charged with 2017 arson, murderNext: Local registrar claims mail-in voting more secure in Roanoke Valley Related Stories 1 min read More New Works at Hollins, play auditions and a “coffee hour” triple piano concert Gene Marrano January 22, 2025 1 min read Sen. Tim Kaine criticizes Biden, Trump pardons, calls them ‘infinitely different Ian Price January 22, 2025 1 min read The Gauntlet 2025 is right around the corner: still time to sign up Gene Marrano January 21, 2025