Author Archives: Syndicated Content

Luke Bryan Announces 2026 Tour Dates
According to an official tour announcement, Luke Bryan is taking his live show back on the road in 2026 with the newly revealed Word On The Street Tour. The summer run is set to begin May 29 in Gilfor...
Mariana A Jan 25, 2026

Appalachian Power is gearing up for winter storm; wants customers to support power outages
Appalachian Power is gearing up for a winter storm that could bring heavy ice to some parts of the region – where downed power lines could become an issue. ApCo wants customers to keep their con...
Gene Marrano Jan 23, 2026

Roanoke City declares State of Emergency
ROANOKE, VA (January 22, 2026) – A state of emergency has been declared in the City of Roanoke due to the incoming winter storm, which is expected to drop heavy snow and sleet beginning Saturday...
Gene Marrano Jan 23, 2026
The Eliminator is BACK! 01-23-26
Listen to Brett and Taylor LIVE weekdays from 6a-10a on 94.9 Star Country in Roanoke-Lynchburg, VA!
94.9 Star Country Jan 23, 2026

VDOT preps for weekend storm; advises people to stay home during the worst of it
Will this weekend’s expected weather event be more snow than ice, more sleet or freezing rain? VDOT is preparing for all those scenarios and says crews have already started laying down a brine m...
Gene Marrano Jan 23, 2026

AAA Mid-Atlantic issues driver warnings ahead of Winter Storm Fern
Enjoy the warmer temperatures while you can, but don’t let them fool you. An AAA spokesperson warns of Winter Storm Fern, expected to hit the Commonwealth over the weekend. WFIR’s Conner A...
Web Staff Jan 23, 2026

Gov. Spanberger declares State of Emergency ahead of winter weather
Governor Abigail Spanberger During a press conference this afternoon, Governor Abigail Spanberger declared a State of Emergency ahead of winter weather expected to hit the Commonwealth this weekend. S...
Clark Palmer Jan 22, 2026
Is Taylor Ready For the Storm? 01-22-26
Listen to Brett and Taylor LIVE weekdays from 6a-10a on 94.9 Star Country in Roanoke-Lynchburg, VA!
94.9 Star Country Jan 22, 2026
Roanoke Valley digs out as services slowly resume after storm
ROANOKE, Va. - The Roanoke Valley is digging out Tuesday under the grip of a dangerous cold snap, as road crews, utility workers, and shelters contend with the aftermath of Winter Storm Fern. While an...
Ian Price Jan 22, 2026

Why Science Museum is leaving Center in the Square: add “copious amounts of water,” and a costly leak to different vision and low attendance numbers
Tara Marciniak Center in the Square Besides not being on the same wavelength with Center in the Square executives on a vision for the future that includes more interactive experiences (as first report...
Gene Marrano Jan 21, 2026
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