“Southern Lights,” seen last week could return in future Gene Marrano May 15, 2024 1 minute read The Northern Lights that suddenly became “Southern Lights,” last week – courtesy of increased solar activity – could produce a sequel if conditions are right by next summer. A Virginia Tech professor spoke to WFIR’s Gene Marrano about that: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Tempest at Attic Productions, Rockabilly at VMT and Broadway in RoanokeNext: Adverse effects portal launches as underage ER visits for cannabis decline Related Stories Congressman defends election reform bill against Jim Crow comparisons Ian Price February 17, 2026 0 Anti-bullying bill introduced following suicide death in Roanoke County fails in General Assembly Clark Palmer February 17, 2026 0 Town of Bedford looking for final round of feedback from residents on 2045 Comp Plan Gene Marrano February 17, 2026 0