Carilion Clinic Life-Guard celebrates 35 years of service Starr Anderson June 10, 2016 1 minute read Virginia’s first air ambulance program, which started with one helicopter and has since expanded to three top-of-the-line helicopters, is celebrating 35 years of service this weekend. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has the details. Share: Post navigation Previous: Justice for Kionte demands federal investigationNext: Four people injured in head-on collision in Bedford Related Stories United Way cuts ribbon on new home in SW Roanoke County Gene Marrano April 14, 2026 State asks you to hold off outdoor burning until May Evan Jones April 14, 2026 Messaging expert says referendum ads are designed to confuse Evan Jones April 14, 2026