Rev. R.R. Wilkinson honored by Roanoke City Emma Thomas March 21, 2023 1 minute read Photo: Reverend R.R. Wilkinson from rrwilkinson.org A local civil rights leader has been posthumously recognized for his efforts in the Roanoke Valley. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: RCPD Chief Sam Roman to assume new role as assistant city managerNext: Burglar thwarted by home surveillance footage Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0