Stewartsville Elementary to close, iGaming concerns grow, assault firearms ban sparks sales surge, and Roanoke events ramp up — WFIR News Express 3/13/26
This is the Friday, March 13, 2026 edition of WFIR News Express — posted shortly after a delayed Thursday update, so you may see two back-to-back episodes in the feed.In today’s update, the Bedford County School Board votes 5–2 to close Stewartsville Elementary at the end of this school year, despite strong community opposition, as officials cite financial pressure and low enrollment. Attorney General Jay Jones issues a statement after a shooting at Old Dominion University in which the threat was neutralized and two people were reportedly wounded.At the General Assembly, experts warn of the…
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