Galen College of Nursing opens in Roanoke County Clark Palmer June 28, 2023 1 minute read (Photo by Gene Marrano) The Roanoke Valley is home to a new nursing school that officials believe will help address a nursing shortage in the region. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has details. Share: Post navigation Previous: Changes to VA’s medical marijuana program taking effect soonNext: One of the Budweiser Clydesdales is set to visit Downtown Roanoke Related Stories 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Flu cases peaked locally around Christmas Gene Marrano January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Five years after Jan. 6, former Virginia congresswoman speaks out Web Staff January 7, 2026 0