Apply now for Roanoke County’s Citizens Police Academy Starr Anderson August 17, 2016 1 min read The Roanoke County Police Department is preparing to hold its next Citizens Police Academy. The goal is to educate the public on why and how the department carries out its mission. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more details. About the Author Starr Anderson View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: SOL pass rates improve again, but “achievement gap” remains between whites, other studentsNext: Sheriff: Two-time convicted dealer arrested on new drug charge in Bedford County Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025