Participate in statewide tornado drill next week Starr Anderson March 18, 2016 1 min read The Virginia Department of Emergency Management encourages people to participate in next week’s statewide tornado drill. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more details: About the Author Starr Anderson View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Experts say eagle numbers are holding up in our part of Virginia, but no dramatic growthNext: Duane Howard: Deschutes is coming to Roanoke, announcement expected in coming weeks Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke’s GO Fest returns for 15th Anniversary Ian Price October 16, 2025 1 min read Envision Botetourt 2045, a 20 year comprehensive plan Denise Membreno October 16, 2025 1 min read Colony House cuts the ribbon after its return Gene Marrano October 15, 2025