Report: Virginia industries release fewer toxic chemicals into environment Evan Jones April 4, 2016 1 minute read State environmental officials say Virginia industries are treating and recycling more toxic chemicals then ever before — instead of releasing them into the air, water or land. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Click here to read the full report. Share: Post navigation Previous: City wants input on wireless policiesNext: Roanoke City council candidates did not understand “Sanctuary City” question Related Stories 4 minutes read Salem Stampede Championship Rodeo returns this weekend with high-stakes competition Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 3 minutes read Radford University chair warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ as Venezuela transitions to new leadership Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0