Education expert: ‘Grow your own’ solutions to shortage needed Emma Thomas February 23, 2023 1 min read As lawmakers scramble to find solutions to the State’s teacher shortage, one expert says the answer may be closer to home than they think. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Preparation already underway for new cultural festivalNext: Roanoke College moving forward with memorial to enslaved individuals Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025