E-911 and VA811 ribbon cutting signifies public-private partnership Gene Marrano August 6, 2020 1 minute read E-911 VA 811 center – Harrison Hartzog photos Roanoke Emergency officials say features of a soon to open call center allow them to adapt in the case of an emergency. WFIR’s Clark Palmer explains. see video below for tour of new E-911/VA811 center: Share: Post navigation Previous: ROA gets lower airfares, seeks to keep themNext: Richmond debate: Should civilians review police use of force? Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026