Overdose remains a priority despite downward trend says VDH Emma Thomas February 14, 2023 1 minute read A cross-country alliance could help solve a local health crisis. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on the health department’s most recent bid to put a stop to fatal overdoses: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke’s planned wet/dry lab shared space gets major state fundingNext: Stolen Franklin County dogs found dead Related Stories Rail Yard Dawgs broadcaster Mitch Stewart relieved of duties after DWI charge Web Staff February 19, 2026 0 Retired area preacher vows to continue fighting for Autumn’s Law Clark Palmer February 19, 2026 0 Roanoke College Cannabis Studies program ready to pivot if retail marijuana sales become a reality in Virginia Gene Marrano February 19, 2026 0