Expert explains Downtown Roanoke’s recent bear scare Emma Thomas July 19, 2023 1 minute 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 Share: Post navigation Previous: Rescue Mission celebrates 75 years of service to the homelessNext: Area’s rail heritage on display at local museums Related Stories Congressman defends election reform bill against Jim Crow comparisons Ian Price February 17, 2026 0 Anti-bullying bill introduced following suicide death in Roanoke County fails in General Assembly Clark Palmer February 17, 2026 0 Town of Bedford looking for final round of feedback from residents on 2045 Comp Plan Gene Marrano February 17, 2026 0