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Rising price of asphalt is a challenge for Roanoke
With the cost of asphalt rising, the City of Roanoke is looking for new ways to keep up with road maintenance. WFIR’s Starr Anderson reports. City Roads Wrap 1-WEB
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McDonnell declares state of emergency
Gov. Bob McDonnell has declared a state of emergency in Virginia, as snow continues to pile up and knock out power to electric customers. By issuing the declaration Wednesday, McDonnell authorizes...
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Big Saturday at the Jefferson Center
Music fans have a real treat this Saturday night at the Jefferson Center. Snarky Puppy and friends will perform. The session will be recorded for international release on CD/DVD. WFIR’s Bob Clark...
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Over a million homes in Virginia have well water
If you live in one of the over a million homes in Virginia that relies on a well, spring or cisterns for drinking water you are responsible for making sure your water is clean and your well is...
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Incarceration rate of VA kids has dropped 42% since 1997
The number of kids being locked up in Virginia has dropped off big time since the late 90s, but there’s still work to do according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. WFIR’s Timothy...
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Some areas still reeling from winter weather
The snow storm didn’t have much effect on Roanoke but other areas are still coping with the aftermath. More from WFIR’s Starr Anderson. Rockbride Snow Wrap 1-WEB
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Salem Red Sox field ready to go
It won’t be long until the crack of the bat and roar of the crowd is heard in Salem. WFIR’s Bob Clark has more. 3-7 Salem Red Sox Wrap #11-WEB
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Goodwill to give kids a reality check
A youth program organized by Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is showing middle and high school students how life changes as an adult. WFIR’s Starr Anderson reports. Reality Check Wrap 2-WEB
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New campaign to stop drunk driving
The Roanoke Prevention Alliance along with Roanoke Police and the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control are planning a crackdown on impaired drivers. WFIR’s Timothy Martin explains....
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McDonnell: uranium mining issue will have to wait
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Don’t expect anything soon on uranium mining from Gov. Bob McDonnell. The governor said he’s still focused on legislation reaching his desk from the 2013 session of the General...
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Science Musuem closing at Tanglewood Mall this week
One more progran and the Science Museum of Western Virginia will close at Tanglewood Mall. WFIR’s Bob Clark reports. 3-7 Science Museum Wrap #2-WEB
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Virginia Western to offer free dual enrollment courses
Starting in the fall, students who take dual enrollment classes won’t have to pay anything. Right now, over 2,000 students take part in the program. Virginia Western President Robert Sandel expects...
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Goodwill opens outlet store in Salem
Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is opening its first outlet store today in Salem. The new store will feature last chance deals on items that haven’t sold in the regular stores. Goodwill...
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AUDIO: Tuesday 3/12 headlines from WFIR
Lt. Governor Bill Bolling says he won’t run for governor as an independent. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more on the top stories of the day. Web-Newscast 3-12-WEB
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Transportation study underway in Franklin County
Franklin County and the Town of Rocky Mount are working with Ride Solutions on a new study designed to improve transportation options for drivers. WFIR’s Timothy Martin reports. FC-Transportation Wrap...
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Financial advisors from all 50 states talk retirement in Washington
Around this time every year, financial advisors from Edward Jones go to Washington to talk to lawmakers about issues important to individual investors. WFIR’s Timothy Martin caught up with the...
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Tax deadline is a month away
The deadline to file taxes with the IRS is one month away. 80% of taxpayers this year will file electronically. The IRS says that’s the fastest way to get a refund. If you know you’re not going...
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With supplies good, Red Cross tries to stay ahead
After a difficult summer and fall last year, blood supplies are back up across the Roanoke Valley. But that doesn’t mean Red Cross officials are taking it easy. WFIR’s Timothy Martin explains why....
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Bone marrow event honoring jazz legend this Friday in Roanoke
Jazz fans probably know the name Michael Brecker. The 15-time Grammy winning saxophonist died back in 2007. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more on an event this Friday designed to honor the legend and...
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Virginia Lottery pushing FastPlay
The Virginia Lottery has introduced four new FastPlay games in hopes that a different way of winning will really start to catch on. WFIR’s Timothy Martin explains. Fast-Play Wrap 2-WEB Click here for...
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