VT Professor says more work needed to improve healthy snack options in schools. Clark Palmer September 5, 2017 1 min read A professor at Virginia Tech says a federal food program aimed at improving snacking habits in schools is not making a substantial impact. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has more. About the Author Clark Palmer Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: UVA to pay for review, make security changes after marchNext: With Labor Day behind us, here comes the campaign ad barrage Related Stories 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025 1 min read Roanoke’s GoFest returns October 17–19, encouraging residents to “go outside” Web Staff September 11, 2025