Mayor Lea addresses homelessness in State of the City speech Emma Thomas August 25, 2022 1 min read In his State of the City address, Mayor Sherman Lea spoke on Roanoke’s homelessness problem and the steps the city has taken to address it. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with details: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: SBA webinar today: connecting small businesses to resourcesNext: One district deemed more equitable than rest of Roanoke Valley schools Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025