Another record number for Roanoke Rescue Mission Bob Clark August 24, 2011 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: School officials: “Eat for Education” led to historic accreditationNext: Police hope surveillance video nabs motel room robbers Related Stories 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Flu cases peaked locally around Christmas Gene Marrano January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Five years after Jan. 6, former Virginia congresswoman speaks out Web Staff January 7, 2026 0