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 Congressman defends election reform bill against Jim Crow comparisons Ian Price February 17, 2026 0 Anti-bullying bill introduced following suicide death in Roanoke County fails in General Assembly Clark Palmer February 17, 2026 0 Town of Bedford looking for final round of feedback from residents on 2045 Comp Plan Gene Marrano February 17, 2026 0