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WFIR News Express
This podcast brings you daily Roanoke Valley and Virginia news in a quick format. Listen to the news on your schedule!
Episodes
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Virginia’s Biggest Stories: Online Dangers, Solar Boom, & Local Crime Investigations
A Missouri couple is facing charges after allegedly abducting and abusing a 13-year-old Virginia girl they groomed online. Meanwhile, the families of the men…
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Trump’s Education Plan Stalls— a Major Fundraiser for Children in Roanoke, and More Roanoke Valley News
Virginia State Police have wrapped up a major law enforcement operation, resulting in over 600 felony arrests and the seizure of more than 400 pounds of…
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Roanoke Homicide Suspect Wanted, Salem VA Layoffs Protested, & Trump’s Speech Sparks Debate
Today's WFIR News Express covers the latest headlines from Roanoke, Salem, and beyond:Roanoke Police Searching for Homicide Suspect – 42-year-old Lamar Burkes…
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Deadly Vinton Shooting Raises Safety Concerns, Roanoke Murder Suspect Dies, & Trump’s Address Sparks Debate
Today’s WFIR News Express covers the latest headlines impacting the Roanoke Valley and beyond:Vinton Shooting Raises Safety Concerns—Officials discuss security…
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Vinton Double Murder Latest, Roanoke Teen Indicted, & Governor Youngkin’s Controversial Pardon
Today’s WFIR News Express is packed with major updates from across the Roanoke Valley:Vinton Double Murder—Court documents reveal shocking details about the…
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Deadly Shootings in Vinton & Roanoke, VMI Leadership Shakeup, Volvo Job Cuts & More
Two men are dead following a shooting outside the Vinton Municipal Building, and Roanoke Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest. Meanwhile…
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WFIR News Express 2-28-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 2-27-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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911 Dispatcher & Former YMCA Youth Worker Arrested on Child Porn Charges + IRS Layoffs Hit Roanoke, and Big Changes Coming to Vinton
A Roanoke County 911 dispatcher and former YMCA youth director has been arrested on child pornography charges, with investigators looking into whether he had…
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New Roanoke Crisis Center Opens, I-81 Crash Kills Truck Driver & More Virginia News
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Salem, Montgomery County, and across Virginia. Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal…
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Virginia Law Changes You Need to Know Before They Take Effect—Plus Roanoke Valley’s Top Stories
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Lynchburg, Vinton, Montgomery County, and across Virginia. The suspect in last week’s Danville…
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South Roanoke Murder, Martinsville Drug Bust, Ferrum College Scholarship & More
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Vinton, Salem, Franklin County, Martinsville, and beyond. A South Roanoke neighborhood is…
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Winter Storm Fallout, Roanoke Protests, Crime Updates & Free Tax Help
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Botetourt, Bedford, Franklin County, Lynchburg, and the New River Valley. VDOT prepares for…
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WFIR News Express 2-17-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 2-14-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Child Exploitation Arrest, Winter Storm Fallout, Trump Buyouts & Roanoke Valley Headlines
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines fromRoanoke, Botetourt, Bedford, Franklin County, Lynchburg, and the New River Valley.A Danville man faces…
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Winter Storm Impacts Virginia, Roanoke Metro Audit, Virginia Official Named DEA Chief & More
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines fromRoanoke, Botetourt, Bedford, Franklin County, Lynchburg, and the New River Valley.Winter storm Harlow…
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State of Emergency Declared, Roanoke Affordable Housing Plan, Rockbridge Human Trafficking Arrest & More
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines fromRoanoke, Botetourt, Bedford, Franklin County, and the surrounding region.Governor Glenn Youngkin declares…
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WFIR News Express 2-10-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 2-7-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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🎬 At the Movies: “Nickel Boys” Now Playing at the Grandin Theatre
Brent Stevens from 5 Points Creative takes you At the Movies with a look at what’s new at Roanoke’s historic Grandin Theatre. This weekend’s feature is Nickel…
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🎭 Roanoke Culture Calendar: Local Arts, Theater, and Live Events This Weekend
Looking for things to do in Roanoke? This week’s WFIR Culture Calendar highlights must-see events across the region! From theater productions like Dissonance…
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Vinton Bank Robbery, Roanoke Immigration Protest, Lynchburg School Lockdown & More
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Vinton, Bedford, Lynchburg, and the Roanoke Valley. Vinton Police search for a suspect after…
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Roanoke Council Vacancy, Free Bus Rides, Bedford Crash & Major Roanoke Valley Updates
WFIR News Express brings you the latest headlines from Roanoke, Botetourt, Bedford, Franklin County, and the Roanoke Valley. Roanoke City Council interviews…
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MS-13 Sentencing, Roanoke Business Growth, Trump’s Tariffs & More Local Headlines
Stay informed with WFIR News Express, your trusted source for Roanoke Valley and Southwest Virginia news. A Montgomery County judge sentences an MS-13 gang…
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Reagan National Crash Fallout, Wades Gap Wildfire Contained, Martinsville Standoff & More
Stay informed with WFIR News Express, delivering today's top Virginia headlines. Senator Tim Kaine calls for a review of flight expansions at Reagan National…
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Virginia Wildfires, RFK Jr. Nomination, Federal Worker Buyout & More Top Headlines
Stay informed with WFIR News Express, bringing you the latest headlines across Virginia. Firefighters continue battling a 450-acre brush fire in Franklin…
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Virginia Senators on Federal Aid Freeze, Schools Respond to Immigration Order, Roanoke Shooting & More
WFIR News Express delivers team coverage on President Trump’s executive actions and their impact on Virginia. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner criticize the…
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Roanoke Kroger Robbery, VP Vance’s Virginia Visit, Cemetery Vandalism Sentence & Top Headlines
Stay up to date with today's top Virginia news on WFIR News Express. Roanoke City Police investigate a robbery at the Towers Kroger, while a Pulaski man faces…
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VP JD Vance in Virginia, William Byrd School Threat, Roanoke Hit-and-Run, and More
Vice President JD Vance visits Damascus, Virginia, to assess Hurricane Helene disaster recovery. Increased police presence at William Byrd High School follows…
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Virginia Skill Games Still-Banned, Roanoke Drug Bust, Teacher Honored, and Appalachian Power Freeze
On today’s WFIR News Express: Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares declares that a new version of skill games is still banned under state gambling laws…
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News Express 1-23-25
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced that Christopher Brown was sentenced to 10 years of incarceration for charges including distributing…
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Virginia Senate Backs Abortion Rights, Affordable Housing in Roanoke Moves Forward, and Paid Family Leave Advances
WFIR News Express brings you the latest updates on key stories shaping our region: the Virginia Senate takes a major step toward enshrining abortion rights and…
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WFIR News Express 1-21-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 1-20-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express: Avian Flu Alert, Roanoke Drug Supplier Murderer Sentenced, and Virginia’s Minimum Wage Debate
Today on WFIR News Express: Avian influenza prompts action in Accomack County, with a quarantine and depopulation of an affected chicken flock. A Roanoke man…
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Hit-and-Run, Swastika Scandal in Roanoke, and Abortion Debate
Today on WFIR News Express, we bring you the latest: A tragic fatality at a Roanoke intersection and an investigation into an alleged hate-related property…
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Forever Chemicals in Water, Governor's Address, and Roanoke's New City Manager
In today’s WFIR News Express: Regulators identify elevated levels of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in the drinking water of over 2.5 million Virginians…
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General Assembly Opens, School Drug Policy Concerns, and Winter Pet Warnings
In today’s WFIR News Express: Lawmakers gather in Richmond for the General Assembly session, tackling education funding, renewable energy, and a proposal to…
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Winter Weather Challenges, Roanoke's Emergency Upgrades, and Virginia's 250th Anniversary
Today's WFIR News Express podcast covers a range of stories: Roanoke has upgraded its 911 system with advanced GIS mapping for faster emergency response…
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WFIR News Express Podcast: Winter Storm Warnings, Free Heat-Saving Hacks, and a Healthcare Battle Brewing
As Winter Storm Cora approaches, Governor Glenn Youngkin issues a stark warning to Virginians—could this storm rival the last? Find out how the state is…
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WFIR News Express: School Threats, Winter Weather Closures, General Assembly Delays
In today’s episode, we cover the arrest of a 16-year-old in Appomattox County after a chilling TikTok threat against students. Hear how quick action from…
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WFIR News Express 1-6-2025
Here is the latest news from across the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Missing Attorney Found, Bikes for a Cause, and Former VA Gov on U.S. Resolve
Bio:In today’s episode of WFIR News Express: A Roanoke attorney found safe: Luke Young, a Roanoke attorney who went missing over a week ago, has been located…
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WFIR News Express 1-2-2025
Here is the latest news from around the Commonwealth of Virginia and Roanoke Valley.
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Roanoke Arrest Shocks Community, Claytor Lake Cleanup Progress, and FloydFest 2025 Updates
Stay ahead of the curve with WFIR News Express, your trusted source for the top stories shaping Roanoke and Southwest Virginia. With fresh episodes every day…
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WFIR News Express 12-27-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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WFIR News Express 12-26-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Roanoke Mayoral Recount Results, TikTok Ban Challenge, and Washington Commanders Stadium Updates
Today's WFIR News Express covers the latest stories making headlines: Roanoke’s Joe Cobb is officially the city’s mayor-elect after winning the recount by 29…
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Recount Continues in Roanoke Mayoral Race; Federal Shutdown Looms; Drone Sightings Spark Investigation
Today's WFIR News Express covers key developments across Virginia and beyond: The Roanoke City mayoral recount resumes, with a 59-vote difference hanging in…
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TikTok Ruling Sparks Debate, Michael Vick's Coaching Comeback, and Fusion Energy Milestone in Virginia
In today’s WFIR News Express, Attorney General Jason Miyares highlights the risks of TikTok’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party and applauds a federal ruling…
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Roanoke Golden Corral Shooting, Drone Sightings in Virginia, and Michael Vick Eyes Head Coach Role
In today’s WFIR News Express, a 15-year-old boy from Rocky Mount is in custody after a gun was fired inside a Golden Corral in Roanoke on Sunday. The suspect…
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Fatal Franklin County Crash, Poages Mill Project Paused, and Roanoke PAC Pushes for Greenway Expansion
In today’s WFIR News Express, a 27-year-old Franklin County woman, Heather Thurman, has died in a crash on Truevine Road near Pig River Road. Authorities say…
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Roanoke Standoff Ends in Arrest, Poage Farm Meeting Draws Crowds, and a Southwest Virginia Town Could Leave Its County
In today’s WFIR News Express, a standoff in Roanoke City ended with the arrest of 38-year-old Kevin Stefanik, who faces charges including two counts of…
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HopeTree Development Approved, Hollins Professor on Syria, and Is College Education a Holiday Gift Idea?
In today’s WFIR News Express, Salem City Council approves a major development plan for HopeTree Family Services’ land, allowing for new apartments, houses, and…
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College Sports Changes, YMCA at Tanglewood, and Roanoke’s New Kitty Café
In today’s WFIR News Express, Virginia Tech Athletic Director Whit Babcock shares how revenue sharing and spending caps will reshape college athletics starting…
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WFIR News Express 12-6-2024
Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Roanoke Youth Football Teams Head to Nationals, Fatal Shooting and Crash Investigations, and Hurricane Helene’s $4 Billion Impact
In today’s WFIR News Express, Roanoke Police are investigating two separate incidents: a fatal shooting on Lanford Street NW and a crash on Brandon Avenue SW…
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Murder-for-Hire Suicide, Affordable Housing in Roanoke County, and Roanoke College’s $1 Million Workforce Initiative
In today’s WFIR News Express, the Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office confirms that a man accused of orchestrating his 97-year-old grandmother’s murder has died…
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Roanoke names new city manager, produce prescription program expands, and Five Points nears fundraising goal
In today’s WFIR News Express, Roanoke City Council has introduced Valmarie Turner as the city’s new manager. Turner, formerly the deputy city manager in…