Monument Avenue’s largest Confederate statue comes down Ian Price September 8, 2021 1 min read An enormous statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee has been hoisted off the giant pedestal where it towered over Virginia’s capital city. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Governor Northam weighs in on removal of Lee MonumentNext: Non-fatal shooting in SE Roanoke last night Related Stories 3 min read Washington Commanders announce plans for new stadium at old RFK site Ian Price April 28, 2025 1 min read April is Financial Literacy Month, Virginia savings plan launches new name Gene Marrano April 28, 2025 1 min read Reid intends to remain on statewide GOP ticket despite pressure from Governor Youngkin Clark Palmer April 28, 2025