Roanoke Valley home sales rise 9% in 2016 Evan Jones January 27, 2017 1 min read 2016 was the biggest year for Roanoke Valley home sales for close to a decade, and realtors say if the current trend continues, this could be a good year for home sellers. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Dem. gubernatorial candidate weighs in on TrumpNext: VT-C Research: Witnesses of traumatic events can develop PTSD Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025