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 Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0