New grant will help local program build more “Bridges” Emma Thomas August 11, 2023 1 minute read Photo: From Roanoke College Facebook page A local program aiming to create a “grow-your-own” pipeline of local teachers is the recipient of a major grant. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has the latest on the Bridges Program: Click here to learn more about the partnership Share: Post navigation Previous: Former Jan. 6th Committee adviser weighs in on Trump indictmentsNext: Roanoke seeks public comments on qualifications for next Chief of Police Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026