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 3 min read Roanoke Rambler brings on veteran journalist Todd Jackson as managing editor Ian Price April 19, 2025 1 min read Feeding America says there is a “hunger crisis,” in America Gene Marrano April 18, 2025 1 min read Immersive art comes to The Eye Denise Membreno April 18, 2025