PLAY Roanoke “drastically underfunded” according to Recreation Manager Emma Thomas July 18, 2023 1 min read A foundation that aims to support Roanoke’s Parks Department recently celebrated the completion of its first major project. But a recreation manager says the real goal is to raise awareness about funding needs. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Driver shot in RoanokeNext: Calling all artists: “Our World Village” returns soon Related Stories 3 min read Commanders’ throwback uniforms fuel debate over name, stadium future Ian Price July 14, 2025 1 min read A changing of the guard at Southwest Virginia Ballet Gene Marrano July 14, 2025 1 min read Jefferson Center unveils eclectic new season, announces ticket dates Ian Price July 11, 2025
A foundation that aims to support Roanoke’s Parks Department recently celebrated the completion of its first major project. But a recreation manager says the real goal is to raise awareness about funding needs. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story:
