Red Cross volunteers take part in Disaster Institute in Roanoke Timothy Martin June 13, 2013 1 minute read About 60 Red Cross volunteers from southwest and central Virginia are participating in a four day Disaster Institute in Roanoke. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has details. Share: Post navigation Previous: From t-ball to cornhole: Commonwealth Games add new events to attract new participantsNext: $3 million likely on the way to Roanoke to help pay Amtrak-related culvert cost Related Stories Daisy Art Parade adds a carnival this year at new location Gene Marrano May 5, 2026 Upcoming charity football game looks to honor Autumn Bushman Clark Palmer May 5, 2026 Roanoke College men’s lacrosse team receives NCAA DIII Tournament bid Clark Palmer May 4, 2026