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 1 minute read Salem-Roanoke Baseball Hall of Fame announces 5 new inductees, including RidgeYaks GM Gene Marrano December 22, 2025 0 1 minute read The Advancement Foundation rolls out Phase 2 at Innovation Accelerator in Buena Vista Gene Marrano December 22, 2025 0 1 minute read Record Virginia Holiday Travel Amidst Lowest Gas Prices In Four Years Web Staff December 22, 2025 0