Author Archives: Syndicated Content

Jelly Roll and Eric Benét Clash Over Art and Advocacy
As the 2026 Grammy season unfolds, a sharp divide has emerged over whether the industry's biggest stage should be used for political advocacy. While Jelly Roll has made headlines for his efforts to ...
Mariana A Feb 25, 2026

New FEMA map may change your need for flood insurance
#1 The Federal Emergency Management Agency has released an updated map which shows changes in which Roanoke County neighborhoods are impacted by flooding. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has ...
Denise Membreno Feb 24, 2026

VWCC, MGCC team up for joint CDL program, looking to grow professional driver workforce
VWCC-MGCC CDL signing G Marrano photos Virginia Western and Mountain Gateway Community Colleges have joined forces to save both schools and students some money. The two schools have formed a partnersh...
Gene Marrano Feb 24, 2026
Brett Learns About Harambe 02-24-26
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94.9 Star Country Feb 24, 2026

Keith Urban ‘Clears House’ Following Nicole Kidman Divorce
The country singer has parted ways with his longtime manager, Gary Borman, following Borman's decision to retire and close Borman Entertainment after 50 years in business. Urban confirmed the split in...
Mariana A Feb 24, 2026

Keith Urban ‘Clears House’ Following Nicole Kidman Divorce
The country singer has parted ways with his longtime manager, Gary Borman, following Borman's decision to retire and close Borman Entertainment after 50 years in business. Urban confirmed the split in...
Mariana A Feb 24, 2026
Brett's Creepy Crushes 02-23-26
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94.9 Star Country Feb 23, 2026

The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility
We’ve documented the development of “Tiny Cargo,” several times in recent years. Now their unique product – derived from ordinary milk – gets ready to scale up. From a te...
Gene Marrano Feb 23, 2026

Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact
Most Virginians favor stricter gun laws, but many question their effectiveness, according to a new Roanoke College Poll. Residents also support the commonwealth’s existing method of redistrictin...
Clark Palmer Feb 23, 2026

Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event
Dr. Brett Shadle – Virginia Tech A Virginia Tech department is hosting an event Thursday with the goal of sharing stories of displacement and the pursuit of new futures. WFIR’s Conner Arth...
Web Staff Feb 23, 2026
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