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 9th District Democratic candidate Adam Murphy rejects claims made in primary opponent’s blog post Clark Palmer June 30, 2026 Governor Spanberger weighs in after General Assembly accepts her budget amendments Clark Palmer June 30, 2026 Botetourt County unveils historic marker on Catawba Road in remembrance of the “BikeCentennial,” Gene Marrano June 29, 2026