VT Professor talks important conversations surrounding train derailment Emma Thomas March 3, 2023 1 min read Photo: Professor Gabriel Isaacman-VanWertz A Virginia Tech Professor weighs in on the Ohio train derailment, and the conversations it brings up. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Youngkin poll numbers are upNext: Amazon pauses construction on 2nd HQ in Virginia Related Stories 1 min read The changing landscape of college football Denise Membreno August 22, 2025 1 min read Roanoke parking debate continues as city prepares for study Web Staff August 22, 2025 1 min read Joe Cobb delivers first State of the City address as Roanoke Mayor Gene Marrano August 21, 2025