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: 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 Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs reveal new logos, uniforms for their 10th season Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read “Munters 2” breaks ground in Botetourt Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read CommUNITY pastor steps away – almost 40 years after serious head injury Gene Marrano July 9, 2025