Local author shines light on first responders’ mental health Emma Thomas August 24, 2023 1 minute read Photo: Cover, from author David B. Pope’s Facebook page Author David B. Pope is using his memoir to shine a light on first responders mental health. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke ranks low in nationwide real estate market comparisonNext: Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross brings on sponsor with local ties Related Stories Rail Yard Dawgs broadcaster Mitch Stewart relieved of duties after DWI charge Web Staff February 19, 2026 0 Retired area preacher vows to continue fighting for Autumn’s Law Clark Palmer February 19, 2026 0 Roanoke College Cannabis Studies program ready to pivot if retail marijuana sales become a reality in Virginia Gene Marrano February 19, 2026 0