Portable tower helps Roanoke Parks Dept. take the fun to you Emma Thomas July 10, 2023 1 min read Photo: The new climbing tower at last week’s Summer Fun at Washington Park event The Roanoke Parks Foundation has stepped in to help provide something new for Roanoke’s Parks and Recreation Department. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Jefferson Center announces preliminary 2023-24 schedule of concertsNext: Bent Mountain Library reopens after 6 mos. renovation Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025