Local author uses writing to deal with emotions of a challenging time Clark Palmer October 25, 2019 1 min read A Roanoke author says working on his first novel helped him cope with his mother’s cancer diagnosis. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Wildlife Warriors raising money and awareness for beleaguered SW VA Wildlife CenterNext: Dawgs open home season; Nats up 2-0 in World Series Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025