This morning at 3:13 am, Roanoke Fire-EMS was dispatched to the 400 block of Bullitt Ave SE for reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, crews found flames showing in an abandoned residence. The fire took about an hour to get under control because it had spread throughout the structure prior to the arrival of…… Continue Reading
It’s all hands on deck for the Rescue Mission of Roanoke today – first at the Drumstick Dash 5K that raises money for the homeless shelter’s feeding programs, then for the annual Thanksgiving luncheon. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with the Mission’s CEO live in studio last week: 11-24 Mission Feast Wrap#2 The post Drumstick Dash,…… Continue Reading
With cybercrimes on the rise, one university is offering tuition assistance to ensure that underrepresented groups are part of the solution. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has that story: 11-23 Cybersecurity WRAP2-WEB The post University offering underrepresented groups grants for tech degrees first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Just over a week after a fatal shooting on UVA’s grounds, a suspect in Chesapeake Virginia opens fire in a Walmart. Police say the public is in no further danger at this time. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with more: 11-23 WalmartShooting WRAP2-WEB The post Police release more details on Wal-Mart mass shooting first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
Make the drive to Galax on weekends between now and New Years for “High Country Lights,” at Felts Park. The Christmas lights spectacular also features carriage rides, live music – and a special visit from Santa this Saturday. This is the 18th year for High Country Lights at Felts Park in Galax; admission is free.…… Continue Reading
Spreading some holiday cheer for Thanksgiving. That’s what Salem-based Feeding Southwest Virginia has been doing this week in conjunction with the pantries it stocks. The Smithfield Company came through earlier this week by donating assorted meat products that have already gone out to those in need. Wes Childress is a spokesperson for Feeding Southwest Virginia:…… Continue Reading
UPDATE 11/23/22 10 AM — A witness says a Walmart manager opened fire on fellow employees gathered in the break room of a Virginia store. Six people died in the country’s second high-profile mass shooting in a handful of days. Police said the gunman, who apparently shot himself, was dead when they found him. He…… Continue Reading
UPDATE 11/23/22 12:52 PM — Authorities and witnesses say a Walmart manager opened fire on fellow employees in the break room of a Virginia store, killing six people. It was the country’s second high-profile mass shooting in four days. Police in Chesapeake say the gunman, who apparently shot himself, was dead when they found him. There…… Continue Reading
The legislator who presides over Virginia’s Senate if the Lt. Governor is absent says the overnight fatal Wal-Mart shootings in Chesapeake says she’ll be submitting new gun legislation in the upcoming session. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 11-23 Lucas WRAP The post Calls for gun legislation after Chesapeake Wal-Mart fatal shootings first appeared on News/Talk…… Continue Reading
From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission – roanokearts.org. With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. 11-23 Culture Calendar The post Holiday Inn coming to Mill Mountain Theatre first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3…… Continue Reading