Panel on persistence returning to Virginia Western Emma Thomas September 20, 2022 1 min read Virginia Western Community College will be hosting its “I Persist” panel for the third time. A Success Coach for the college’s TRIO program says the discussion allows attendees to see themselves in the panelists. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with details: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Gov. calls RGGI a “loss of Virginians self-determination”Next: Carilion presents virtual town hall on impacts of gun violence Related Stories 1 min read Former Roanoke Schools central office is now the Community Empowerment Center at Booker T. Washington Gene Marrano August 29, 2025 1 min read Consumer sentiment ticks up – tariffs impact not yet felt in full says RC economics professor Gene Marrano August 29, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Sheriff Antonio Hash responds to accusations brought by his opponent Clark Palmer August 29, 2025