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 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 UPDATE: Fork in the Market confirms no injuries after City Market Building fire Ian Price June 20, 2025 1 min read AUSL and MBL partner in new pro softball league which could benefit the college game as well Denise Membreno June 20, 2025 1 min read Radford professor discusses increase in political violence Web Staff June 20, 2025