Beacon Initiative opening new avenues for local middle schoolers Emma Thomas May 5, 2023 1 minute read Photo: Students in the Beacons Program working together A new after school program aimed at helping kids through a tough transition is growing fast. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Click here to learn more about the program Share: Post navigation Previous: Coalition says “Go Green” during Mental Health Awareness monthNext: Dawgs HC Dan Bremner live on winning the President’s Cup Related Stories Roanoke VIA Day School has new playground designed for students with autism Gene Marrano July 15, 2026 Its “Christmas in July” at 3 Balloons next Saturday July 25 Gene Marrano July 15, 2026 Three plays in area this weekend; new exhibit at Taubman Museum Gene Marrano July 15, 2026