Roanoke Co Fire and Rescue discuss ways to end stigma surrounding mental health Clark Palmer April 26, 2019 1 min read A local fire and rescue department is coming together to develop a plan to combat mental illness among first responders. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: Many Roanoke city home, business alarms now go directly to 911 centerNext: Haskins goes to Skins; racing back at Motor Mile Speedway Related Stories 1 min read Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025 1 min read Narrow 2023 loss turns into victory for Lily Franklin in Virginia’s 41st District Web Staff November 5, 2025 1 min read McNamara will return to Richmond; says he can work with Democrats Gene Marrano November 5, 2025