Another record number for Roanoke Rescue Mission Bob Clark August 24, 2011 1 min read Another record was set at the Roanoke Rescue Mission last night. CEO Joy Sylvester-Johnson says 421 people stayed in the emergency shelter last night, the most ever in its 63-year history. News/Talk 960’s Bob Clark has the details. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Rescue-Mission-Wrap-WEB.mp3|titles=Rescue Mission Wrap WEB] Share: Continue Reading Previous: School officials: “Eat for Education” led to historic accreditationNext: Police hope surveillance video nabs motel room robbers Related Stories 1 min read Free workshop aims to boost farm sales and CSA profitability Ian Price May 30, 2025 1 min read Virginia consumer sentiment dips again; uncertainty over tariffs a driver Gene Marrano May 29, 2025 1 min read The 24th annual Roanoke Lebanese Festival returns this Friday through Sunday Gene Marrano May 28, 2025