The Excel Center in Roanoke and Virginia Western Community College have signed an agreement to create new opportunities for ...

Experts are discussing the potential negative impacts that I-Gaming would have on the Commonwealth if approve by the General ...

A new report from The Center of Addiction Science, Policy, and Research (CASPR) finds that the Commonwealth's lax iGambling laws are allowing betting apps to funnel millions out of the state. WFIRs Em ...

Eating fish for Lent, especially on Friday, is a time-honored tradition for many of a Christian-based faith. To that end Taziki's Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road in Roanoke has brought back ...

Dr. Pepper Park at The Bridges normally kicks off its season in late April but this year the outdoor music and special events venue will debut on Saturday with the "Green Envy St. Paddy's Day Party." ...

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. Opening this ...

Will you be "Irish for a Day," when the City of Roanoke stages its annual St Patrick's Day celebration on the streets downtown? Green beer, corned beef, green garb and hats, four leaf clovers - St ...

The General Assembly recently signed off on legislation that looks to ban assault style weapons. More from WFIR’s Clark Palmer: Governor Spanberger could soon sign legislation passed by the General As ...

There's a new Mexican fast-casual restaurant in town and today QDOBA cut a ribbon on their new Colonial Avenue home, across from the Towers Shopping Center. Another QDOBA should open on West Main ...

Many veterans face all sorts of well-documented challenges once they leave their military life behind. The financial hurdles often include keeping their houses in good repair. Locally one company ...

Does the Roanoke arts and culture scene Pop! for you? Want to learn more about what cultural offerings there are in the area?

Alicia Witt was at her nursing job when a friend called with news no homeowner ever wants to hear. Her Bedford County house was on fire, and her two dogs were still trapped inside. The fire broke out ...