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Virginia Tech professor reflects on passing of CNN founder Ted Turner
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (387+ words) Ted Turner, the outspoken businessman who transformed global media by launching CNN, died Wednesday at age 87. Turner passed away peacefully at his home following a long struggle with Lewy body dementia. Turner founded the Cable News Network on June 1, 1980, creating…...
Collections Unpacked at History Museum; RSO last Masterworks concert this weekend; The Tin Woman opens at Showtimers
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (81+ words) From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar " With a look at some of the The post Collections Unpacked at History Museum; RSO last Masterworks concert this weekend; The Tin Woman opens at Showtimers first appeared on News…...
Daisy Art Parade adds a carnival this year at new location
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (177+ words) WFIR News A three-year-old celebration of arts and culture in Roanoke " and of its neighborhood groups " is back in year four this Saturday with a new all-day carnival and live music. The "Daisy Art Parade," is moving as well. Now…...
'Miniatures on the Market' Returns for its Second Year
1+ week, 20+ hour ago (241+ words) If you're looking for some family-friendly fun to start your weekend, then look no further than Market Square. The post "Miniatures on the Market' Returns for its Second Year first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107. 3 WFIR. If you're looking…...
Senior Majors Exhibition at Hollins, more Never Ever Happily and RSO upcoming concert
1+ week, 1+ day ago (208+ words) From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar " With a look at some of the The post Senior Majors Exhibition at Hollins, more Never Ever Happily and RSO upcoming concert first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107. 3 WFIR....
The Historic Garden Week Tour comes back to Salem
1+ week, 6+ day ago (154+ words) Held all over the Commonwealth, the annual tradition hosted by the Garden Club of Virginia " the Historic The post The Historic Garden Week Tour comes back to Salem first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107. 3 WFIR. Held all over the…...
Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today
1+ week, 6+ day ago (369+ words) The City of Lynchburg is set to showcase a new outdoor concert venue later today with a ribbon-cutting and a free community show. More from WFIR's Conner Arthur: The City of Lynchburg will showcase its new $8 million outdoor concert venue…...
Open Studios, Garden Week and Never After Happily at Attic Productions
2+ week, 21+ hour ago (300+ words) WFIR News The Open Studios Tour Roanoke returns this Saturday and Sunday. Artists in six Roanoke neighborhoods will take part. Come check out artist workspaces and ask questions about the media they use " painting, sculpture, collage, ceramic and more. Many…...
Roanoke Fashion Week Returns
2+ week, 20+ hour ago (218+ words) Roanoke Fashion Week is back for its seventh year, and organizers say this year's events are unlike any others. This week, designers, models, and business owners from across the Valley are teaming up again to pull off four new style…...
Billy Strings surgery casts doubt on July performance in Roanoke
2+ week, 2+ day ago (406+ words) Bluegrass star Billy Strings is recovering from surgery after a weekend skateboarding accident in Charlottesville. The injury leaves fans in the Star City wondering if his scheduled July 14 performance will proceed as planned. Accident at John Paul Jones Arena The…...