Historical marker recognizes VWCC significance following Massive Resistance Web Staff January 22, 2024 1 minute read A sign to recognize Virginia Western’s historical significance as the first community college in a new system formed in response to massive resistance against desegregation in the mid 1900s. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Proposed bill would require permit to buy a gun in VirginiaNext: Doc for Morgan returns tomorrow night Related Stories Bedford family mourns loss of pets, home after Goodview Road fire Ian Price March 10, 2026 0 QDOBA Mexican Eats brings its take on fast-casual to Roanoke Gene Marrano March 10, 2026 0 Western Virginia Water Authority ready to talk data center and future water needs for the valley at public meeting Gene Marrano March 10, 2026 0