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 Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0