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 Trump unharmed as shooting interrupts White House correspondents’ dinner Ian Price April 25, 2026 Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today Web Staff April 24, 2026 Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026