Virginia Senator Tim Kaine says the “Inflation Reduction Act”, as supporters call it, will benefit Americans on many fronts, but Republicans say bill’s name is more than misleading. This is a smaller version of President Biden’s $4 trillion proposal, but it’s hardly small –more than $700 billion in proposed new federal spending. Senator Kaine says…… Continue Reading
As the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis confirms a second quarter of economic downturn, a Virginia senator cites job growth as a reason not to panic. Senator Mark Warner brushed off concerns this week that our current economic shortfall may build into a full-blown recession. He says that the measures the government is currently taking, like…… Continue Reading
(JULY 28 UPDATE): The victim in this incident has been identified as Leeann Amber Haun, 37 years of age from Roanoke, VA (PREVIOUS) : On July 22, 2022 at approximately 04:21 AM, the City of Roanoke E-911 Center advised Roanoke Police Officers of a suspicious situation at Belmont Park. Upon arrival, Officers found an unresponsive…… Continue Reading
Roanoke fire officials say a person smoking while on oxygen is dead from fire-related injuries. Crews were called yesterday to the 10 block of 12 1/2 Street Southwest. The fire did not extend to anywhere in the home, but it did prove fatal. No other information is being released. NEWS RELEASE: Yesterday, Roanoke Fire-EMS was…… Continue Reading
A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrates a new work of art gracing the Greenway. Barrows Inc. has partnered with Roanoke City to bring local art to the commutes of many residents. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with details: 7-28 Mural WRAP2-WEB The post Ribbon cutting today celebrates art on the Greenway first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM…… Continue Reading
The Summer Music Games of Southwest Virginia is returning for the first time since 2019 to the Salem Stadium next Tuesday evening. The event includes four bands from Drum Corps International, bands that come from South Carolina, Iowa, and California. Drum Corps International is the governing body of audition-only, travel marching bands for high school…… Continue Reading
Cost-conscious homeowners could lower their utility bills by following a few simple tips as temperatures soar. Southern Trust Home Services is offering a few suggestions that might help homeowners keep their home’s temperatures, and utility bills, more comfortable. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has more: 7-27 Tips WRAP1-WEB The post DIY tips to beat the…… Continue Reading
Following Roanoke City Council’s decision to form an advisory board dedicated to equality, a nearby locality hopes to follow their lead. In conjunction with the Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Taylor Sherrill explains how the city’s equity board has made a difference in the last two years: Roanoke Equity Board WRAP 7-28 The post Roanoke inspires nearby…… Continue Reading
62 of the beagles rescued from a Virginia breeding facility are now in the care of Angels of Assisi in Roanoke, and if you are interested in adopting any of them, you can begin the process right now. Most of the beagles sent here are nursing litters, and most of them are currently in foster…… Continue Reading
From Roanoke County Police Department: On Wednesday July 27, 2022, about 9:13pm a 2003 Mazda Protégé was traveling northbound in the 2400 block of Catawba Valley Dr in Roanoke County. Ms. Lester was a pedestrian crossing Catawba Valley Dr and was struck by the Mazda. Ms. Lester was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver…… Continue Reading