Roanoke County Fire and Rescue responded just before 1 in the Vinton area to a residential structure fire. Crews found smoke coming from the front of a two-story brick structure and two occupants who had evacuated safely. The fire was under control in 15 minutes. The house was occupied by two adults; they will be…… Continue Reading
It began in the summer of 2015 and returns on June 21 at Eureka Park in northwest Roanoke – the Lea Youth Outdoor Basketball League for youths between 11 and 18 years old. Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea Sr. teamed up with the Roanoke Parks & Recreation department to get it off the ground. Live in-studio…… Continue Reading
Two adult males were taken the hospital following a shooting in the 28 hundred block of Bluestone Avenue in Northeast Roanoke last night. Neither injury appeared to be life-threatening. The second victim had actually fled the scene but was stopped on I-581 and transported to the hospital. No arrests have been made yet. The post…… Continue Reading
Today’s the day – Virginia Tech battles Oklahoma in the best of 3 NCAA baseball super regional – in Blacksburg. WPLY-MIN The post VT-OU baseball showdown begins this afternoon first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Alleghany, Va. – At the request of the Alleghany Sheriff’s Office, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Salem Field Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday (June 9, 2022). Once the state police completes its investigation, the findings will be turned over to the Commonwealth’s Attorney for final review and adjudication.…… Continue Reading
Alleghany, Va. – At the request of the Alleghany Sheriff’s Office, the Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Salem Field Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday (June 9, 2022). Once the state police completes its investigation, the findings will be turned over to the Commonwealth’s Attorney for final review and adjudication.…… Continue Reading
There’s a block party along Crystal Spring Avenue this weekend to celebrate the tenth anniversary of a fine-dining staple, and the opening of a new savory venture. WFIR’S Camden Lazenby has more. The post Party for River and Rail this Sunday first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
For many their mental health has been battered over the past two-plus years by COVID-19. Carilion Clinic Health Care workers were offered some relief last year via the “Healing the Essential Soul” series – it returns this year and now the public is welcome. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: 6-10 Healing Wrap#2 Each event offers…… Continue Reading
A group of private citizens including Bojangles franchise owner Stan Seymour will get their day in court after the Virginia Supreme Court ruled today they do have standing to sue Roanoke County and the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke. At the heart of the issue is an easement shared by neighbors and the Wildlife…… Continue Reading
Now here’s Brent Stevens from Hollins University “At the Movies” … with what’s new at the historic Grandin Theatre: “Jurassic World – Dominion.” 6-9 ATM for web The post At the Movies: Jurassic World Dominion first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading