Expert explains Downtown Roanoke’s recent bear scare Emma Thomas July 19, 2023 1 min read After a recent bear scare in Downtown Roanoke, one expert gets to the bottom of what caused it. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that and what to do if you find a bear in your neighborhood: Click here for more resources on keep bears at bay About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Rescue Mission celebrates 75 years of service to the homelessNext: Area’s rail heritage on display at local museums Related Stories 1 min read Joe Cobb delivers first State of the City address as Roanoke Mayor Gene Marrano August 21, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke barbershop launches new Red Light Therapy Bed Web Staff August 21, 2025 1 min read Hurricane Erin rapid intensity gain was close to a record breaker Gene Marrano August 21, 2025