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ABoone Real Estate has withdrawn its request – for now – to rezone 15 acres of the Poages Mill property it had planned to turn into more than 150 townhouses, single family homes and retail spaces. Alexander Boone says they are not walking away from the “Poages Mill Village” project, but may tweak it after […]
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The Virginia–Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine At Virginia Tech wants to spay your female dog or cat. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno tells us the program gives much needed experience to vet students. Pet owners can get their cats or dogs spayed for free and help a vet student learn. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno […]
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Steve Franco has been a Glenvar High School theater arts teacher and director for 33 years. But in other localities he’s known for writing In-laws, Outlaws & Other People That Should Be Shot. It just opened locally in a community theater for the first time last night – and tickets are selling fast. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno […]
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For the fourth year Blue Ridge PBS is inviting everyone to its annual SANTA’S WINTER WONDERLAND. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno tells us PBS says it is a one-of-a-kind drive-thru experience. Blue Ridge PBS’ 4th annual Santa’s Winter Wonderland brings favorite children’s characters, including the first animated autistic character to host his own show. WFIR’s Denise […]
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Roanoke Fire EMS Community Risk reduction team is offering tips to help seniors secure their independence by helping them stay on their feet. ANCHOR TAG: Roanoke Fire EMS recommends Clearing Clutter to Ensure walkways are free from objects like shoes, electrical cords, and loose rugs. Improve Lighting in high-risk areas, especially staircases and entryways. […]
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A Salem based author has released his latest collection of Halloween inspired stories. More from WFIR’s Clark Palmer.
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As far as a recreational adult market for cannabis in Virginia, everything is at a partisan standstill. but the federal marijuana rescheduling process continues to raise questions following the first pretrial hearing earlier this week. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. RICHMOND, Va. (WFIR) — While Virginia’s recreational adult-use cannabis market remains at a partisan standstill, […]
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The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria could reshape the Middle East, according to Virginia U.S. Senator Mark Warner, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports. Written Story Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, spoke yesterday about the ongoing situation in Syria, emphasizing its potential for regional and global impact. Warner called […]
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From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and in the near future. Sponsored by the Roanoke Cultural Endowment.
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Ginger Poole came to Mill Mountain Theatre 18 years ago as an actor; at the end of this month she steps down as the Producing Artistic Director. She’ll hand the reigns to someone who already knows Roanoke’s professional equity theatre inside and out, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports:
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As families consider meaningful gifts this holiday season, some are turning to 529 college savings plans. WFIR’s Ian Price has more.
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The Tanglewood Mall makeover continues in Southwest Roanoke County – first it was Carilion Children’s and their mental health services – as of tomorrow its also home to a new “Y,” as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Tour the new Y here
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Virginia Tech’s athletic director says the framework of college sports could change to look more like the pros. More from WFIR’s Clark Palmer.
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A new café is opening in Roanoke. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports the main attraction are its four-legged residents. A new cozy café is opening next week. On the menu coffee, tea and snuggles from cats. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno introduces us to the co-owners of the Toebean Cat Café. The Toebean Cat Cafe
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Two Roanoke youth football teams are asking for community support as they prepare to compete in a national championship. WFIR’s Ian Price reports. ROANOKE, Va. (AP) — The Roanoke-based 540 Powerhouse 7U and 11U football teams have secured the AYF Regional Championship title after a stellar performance in Woodbridge, Virginia. The victory earned them a […]
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Come to one Dickens of a Christmas – or all 3 of them – beginning this Friday night in Downtown Roanoke. And keep an eye out for that Elf on the Shelf. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano:
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From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – With a look at some of the local events coming up this weekend and in the near future. Sponsored by the Roanoke Cultural Endowment.
The post Holiday concerts, plays, ballet and more … ’tis the season first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.
Developer Alexander Boone says his real estate company has worked with Roanoke County and VDOT to come up with a winning plan for requested rezoning that would see around 115 townhomes and a handful of single family houses come to the old Poage Mill Farm on Bent Mountain Road/US 221. The Poage Mill development would […]
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More details on a major grant first reported here last week, for a program that brings clinical and community resources together – and involves fresh vegetables. WFIR’s Gene Marrano with that story:
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Five Points Music Sanctuary is nearing the end of its capital campaign to purchase the building. AS WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports they hope to raise $100 thousand by the end of the year. 5PTS is nearing the end of a 3-year Capital Campaign to raise money to purchase the Sanctuary. As WFIR’s Denise Allen […]
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