Roanoke County Acquires Explore Park, VA Polls Shift, Salem VA Upgrades & Miracle Recovery in Franklin Co.
On the Wednesday, August 20th edition of WFIR News Express:Historic Deal: Roanoke County finalizes the largest land acquisition in its history by taking over Explore Park.Election Pulse: A new Roanoke College poll shows Abigail Spanberger narrowing the gap with Winsome Earle-Sears in the Virginia Governor's race.Poll Trends: Trump’s favorability climbs in VA, while Governor Youngkin holds steady with 50% job approval.Salem VA Improvements: Federal funds headed to the Salem VA Medical Center and Lynchburg outpatient clinic.Miracle in the Shop: A Franklin County mechanic survives a brutal…
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