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 U.S. Supreme Court denies Virginia Dems appeal on referendum vote Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 The Roanoke Region Food and Farm Trail officially launches Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 Taubman Museum honors two people with ties to museum Gene Marrano May 14, 2026