Political parties debate common factor in mass shootings Ian Price June 2, 2022 1 min read The grant writer behind the “Roanoke’s Groceries Not Guns” event says there’s a common factor other than a gun with mass shootings in the United States. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. About the Author Ian Price Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Taubman’s Sidewalk Art Show will draw thousands this weekendNext: Koe Wetzel adds Salem to 2022 tour Related Stories 1 min read GoFest turns 15 this weekend in downtown Roanoke and at Explore Park Gene Marrano October 13, 2025 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025