Double hawk release highlights importance of wildlife rehab Emma Thomas September 9, 2022 1 minute read A local wildlife conservation center will be releasing two Broadwing Hawks this afternoon. Ahead of the release, the center’s Director of Operations explains why wildlife conservation in the region is critical. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Online survey to improve Roanoke’s emergency services now openNext: Kaine on 9/11 21st anniversary Related Stories Congressional candidate voices support for Virginia Tech professor who was the subject of an alleged racist attack Clark Palmer February 12, 2026 0 Barn fire on property where Homeplace Restaurant set to reopen soon Gene Marrano February 12, 2026 0 Star City Golf does brisk business as winter weather drew people in from the cold Gene Marrano February 12, 2026 0