Virginia Western goal: tuition-free education for any qualifying area high school grad Evan Jones April 22, 2011 1 min read Virginia Western Community College wants to provide tuition-free education to any qualifying Roanoke area high school senior. And as News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones reports, it is announcing a program in hopes of making it happen. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/04-22-VWCC-Wrap2-WEB.mp3|titles=04-22 VWCC Wrap2-WEB] About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: AARP to hold Roanoke Town Hall MeetingNext: Expansion of protective orders should benefit more Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025