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In today's WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover the reopening of Breckinridge Middle School after a social media threat led to the arrest of a 13-year-old boy. Early voting approaches in Roanoke, and we break down the fundraising totals for mayoral and city council candidates. We also provide updates from a recent candidate forum and discuss Roanoke City Council’s decision to extend interim city manager Lydia Patton’s contract.
Additionally, we look at a proposal to rename Roanoke’s downtown bus station after civil rights icon Margie Jumper and hear expert opinions on TikTok’s legal challenges. We also cover the discovery of a loaded gun at an elementary school and the rescinded decision regarding the location of Interstate 73.
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By WFIR NewsIn today's WFIR News Express Podcast, we cover the reopening of Breckinridge Middle School after a social media threat led to the arrest of a 13-year-old boy. Early voting approaches in Roanoke, and we break down the fundraising totals for mayoral and city council candidates. We also provide updates from a recent candidate forum and discuss Roanoke City Council’s decision to extend interim city manager Lydia Patton’s contract.
Additionally, we look at a proposal to rename Roanoke’s downtown bus station after civil rights icon Margie Jumper and hear expert opinions on TikTok’s legal challenges. We also cover the discovery of a loaded gun at an elementary school and the rescinded decision regarding the location of Interstate 73.
Like and subscribe. Please leave us a five-star review. Stay informed with WFIR News Express.