Events to commemorate Virginia’s slave history Clark Palmer August 22, 2019 1 min read Events held this weekend will commemorate the 400th anniversary of the birth slavery in Virginia. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has more. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: My Pillow inventor delivers message of hope and redemption at LibertyNext: Roanoke Police Chief to retire next year Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025