It won’t be easy: gaining approval of new waivers so area schools can keep opening in August Evan Jones August 20, 2012 1 min read Roanoke City and County school officials hope they can convince state lawmakers to approve a new law allowing local schools to continue opening before Labor Day. But as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, no one is suggesting it will be easy. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke City, County schools love August starts — but this may be the lastNext: New way of treating inmates in Franklin County Related Stories 1 min read Reports: Washington Commanders and WR Terry McLaurin reach deal on extension Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 3 min read AG Miyares accuses Roanoke College of violating Virginia Human Rights Act. Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Valley home sale average price tops $400,000 for first time Evan Jones August 25, 2025
