Great Expectations assists fostered students at Virginia Western Web Staff December 4, 2023 1 min read A program new to Virginia Western Community College is helping students that have been in foster care get support for their acclimation to higher education, WFIR’s Alex Torres has details: About the Author Web Staff Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Spend money wisely on gifts this holiday seasonNext: The Nutcracker will feature live orchestra at Berglund Center Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke tourism hits record high, lowering resident tax burden Ian Price October 7, 2025 1 min read Latest Wason Center survey of likely voters shows statewide Democratic ticket still leads for Gov.-Lt. Gov.-AG Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra opens its new season with a Disco pops concert – and Beethoven’s outdoor musings Gene Marrano October 6, 2025