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 Detectives hunt armed suspects who targeted wrong house in Southeast Roanoke Ian Price March 3, 2026 0 Do Good Days accepting nominations from non-profits looking for a little help through March 9 Gene Marrano March 3, 2026 0 Delegate Franklin holds first town hall in Blacksburg as elected official Web Staff March 2, 2026 0