Local 5k returns to make a difference in Roanoke Emma Thomas November 21, 2022 1 min read Photo: Runners in the 2021 Drumstick Dash Nearly two decades after its first race, organizers say one local 5k continues to make waves in the community. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Click here to register for the Drumstick Dash About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Free flu shots offered tomorrow as the number of cases spike earlyNext: Roanoke soccer club excited about first World Cup in 8 years Related Stories 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 1 min read Roanoke nonprofit seeks final donations to support affordable housing projects Web Staff October 6, 2025