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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!

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00:10:08

Spanberger Makes History as Virginia’s First Female...

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2025/11/05

Virginia voters made history on Election Day 2025.🗳 Abigail Spanberger becomes the first woman elected Governor of Virginia, defeating Winsome Earle-Sears in a decisive win.⚖️ Democrats sweep statewide offices, with Jay Jones winning the Attorney General race and Ghazala Hashmi elected Lieutenant Governor.🏛 In Southwest Virginia, Lily Franklin flips the 41st House District, while Sam Rasoul, Terry Austin, and Joe McNamara all win re-election.🚓 Antonio Hash secures another term as Roanoke City

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00:01:00

Election Night Update 2: Abigail Spanberger Elected...

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2025/11/05

WFIR’s Ian Price reports in this Election Night Update:Abigail Spanberger makes history as Virginia’s first woman elected governor, defeating Republican Winsome Earle-Sears.With more than 90 of 133 localities reporting, Democrats lead in the races for Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General — Ghazala Hashmi and Jay Jones both hold advantages.In the Roanoke Valley, Sam Rasoul cruises to re-election, Joe McNamara leads in the 40th District, and Chris Obenshain holds a strong edge in the 41st.Early

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00:01:00

Virginia Election Night Update 1: Early Results and...

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2025/11/05

Your first Election Night update from WFIR News.We’ll have frequent one-minute updates throughout the night as results come in for Virginia’s statewide races — including the contests for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General — plus key House of Delegates battles that could decide control of the General Assembly.Stay tuned for live, concise updates from the WFIR Election Team — bringing you the latest returns, reaction, and analysis from across the Commonwealth.🎧 WFIR News Express

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00:10:18

Election Day in Virginia: Spanberger vs. Earle-Sears,...

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2025/11/04

Your top stories on Election Day in Virginia – Tuesday, November 4, 2025:🗳 It’s Decision Day: Voters choose the Commonwealth’s next Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General — plus key local races in Roanoke and across Southwest Virginia.⚖️ Attorney General Race Spotlight: Jason Miyares pushes back on reporting that his office inflated early-release data as he faces Democrat Jay Jones at the polls.🏛 Redistricting and Rhetoric: A fiery State Senate debate over condemning political

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00:09:50

40 Years Since the Flood of ’85; SNAP Delays Hit...

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2025/11/03

Your top Virginia and Roanoke Valley headlines for Monday, November 3, 2025:🌊 40 Years Since the Flood of ’85: Roanoke reflects on one of the city’s worst natural disasters — and the flood-control projects that reshaped the valley and made today’s biomedical district possible.🍽 SNAP Delays Continue: With the federal shutdown dragging into week five, food aid remains uncertain despite a Virginia Tech expert’s warning that state emergency funds may soon run out.💸 ACA Subsidy Showdown: Senator Mark

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00:06:16

WFIR News Express 10-31-2025

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2025/10/31

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

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00:10:09

Redistricting Amendment Advances; Spanberger’s Final...

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2025/10/30

Your top Virginia and Roanoke Valley headlines for Thursday, October 30, 2025:🏛 Redistricting Vote: A proposed constitutional amendment to redraw Virginia’s congressional maps clears the House of Delegates — opponents call it a “power grab,” supporters say it’s needed to counter moves by red states.🚌 Campaign Countdown: With Election Day just days away, Abigail Spanberger kicks off an 11-day, 40-stop tour as polls show her maintaining a lead over Winsome Earle-Sears in the race for Governor.💼

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00:09:20

On The Record: With the Roanoke Rambler — Sheriff’s...

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2025/10/29

In this week’s On The Record: With the Roanoke Rambler, reporter Jeff Sturgeon joins WFIR’s Ian Price to break down top Roanoke news stories from today’s edition of The Roanoke Rambler (10/29/25):– Roanoke Sheriff’s Race Scrutiny: New questions emerge about Republican James Creasy’s residency and campaign practices as early voting wraps up. Two sheriff’s office employees also raise concerns about staffing and political pressure under incumbent Antonio Hash.– Valley Metro at 50 — and at a Crossroads:

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00:08:58

Youngkin Unveils VENA Food Aid Plan; Democrats Pitch...

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2025/10/29

Top Virginia and Roanoke Valley headlines for Wednesday, October 29, 2025:🏛 Redistricting Amendment: Virginia Democrats propose a temporary constitutional amendment enabling lawmakers to redraw congressional maps if other states change theirs; GOP leaders call it a power grab ahead of Election Day.🍽 Youngkin Unveils VENA: Governor Glenn Youngkin rolls out Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance (VENA) — $37.5M from the surplus to keep aid flowing on SNAP EBT cards during the federal shutdown.💬

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00:11:10

Youngkin Blasts Redistricting Plan, SNAP Emergency...

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2025/10/28

Top stories from across Virginia and the Roanoke Valley for Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 — bringing you the headlines that matter most:🏛 Redistricting Showdown: Governor Glenn Youngkin accuses state Democrats of trying to “undermine the will of the people” as a special session begins to redraw Virginia’s congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterms.🗳 Election Update: A new Wason Center poll shows Abigail Spanberger maintaining her lead for governor just one week from Election Day.⚖️ Data Correction

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00:07:21

WFIR News Express 10-27-2025

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2025/10/27

Here is the latest news from around the Roanoke Valley and Commonwealth of Virginia.

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00:08:05

Youngkin Declares SNAP Emergency, Griffith and Warner...

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2025/10/24

Top stories across the Roanoke Valley and Virginia for Friday, October 24th, 2025:🏛 SNAP Emergency Declared: Governor Glenn Youngkin issues a state of emergency as the government shutdown threatens to halt SNAP benefits for 840,000 Virginians.🥫 Warner & Kaine Press for Relief: Both U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine urge federal officials to release funds to keep food assistance programs running through November.💬 Congressman Griffith Responds: The Southwest Virginia Republican says he’s

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00:10:38

Roanoke Adds City Jobs, UVA Reaches DOJ Deal, and GOP...

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2025/10/23

Top stories across the Roanoke Valley and Virginia for Thursday, October 23rd, 2025:⚖️ Lynchburg Conviction: A 50-year-old man found guilty of raping and assaulting a woman with an intellectual disability now faces up to life in prison.🗳 GOP Campaign Push: The Republican National Committee pledges more resources to help Winsome Earle-Sears close the gap in the governor’s race, while former radio host John Reid gains ground in his bid for Lt. Governor.🤝 Bipartisan Support: Democratic State Senator

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00:10:30

On The Record: With The Roanoke Rambler — Casino...

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2025/10/22

In this week’s On The Record: With The Roanoke Rambler, WFIR’s Ian Price talks with Jeff Sturgeon of The Roanoke Rambler about the week’s top local stories and the deeper reporting behind them:🎰 Casino Debate: Vice Mayor Terry McGuire and other city leaders push back on the Berglund Center casino idea — while former Mayor Ralph Smith joins the opposition.🪑 “Bench-Gate” Update: What really happened to the missing Crystal Spring bench, and why it became a flashpoint in the city’s homelessness

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00:13:08

Lawmakers Eye State Gaming Commission; Casino Debate...

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2025/10/22

Top stories across the Roanoke Valley and Virginia for Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025:🎰 Gaming Oversight Push: Lawmakers discuss creating a Virginia Gaming Commission to regulate casinos and curb illegal gambling, as debate grows over new casino proposals in Roanoke and Tysons Corner.🏛 Roanoke Leaders Cautious on Casino: Vice Mayor Terry McGuire says he’s not ready to support a Berglund Center casino without more legislative backing and research on social impacts.🚨 School Threat Arrest: Alleghany

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00:10:44

UVA Rejects Federal Compact Linked to Trump...

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2025/10/21

Virginia and Roanoke headlines for Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 — here’s what’s making news across the Commonwealth:🎓 UVA Says No to Federal Compact: The University of Virginia rejects a controversial U.S. Department of Education agreement tied to research grants and admissions practices, with lawmakers calling it a win for academic independence.⚖️ Gang Sentences in Lynchburg: Seven members of the 8 Tray Crips are headed to prison after convictions tied to a violent assault recorded on video.🍞

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00:10:51

Police Standoff in Clifton Forge; Ridgeway Homicide;...

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2025/10/20

Start your week with the latest local and statewide headlines for Monday, October 20th, 2025:🚔 Clifton Forge Standoff: Michael Caldwell faces charges after an armed standoff with police that ended with less-lethal rounds and his arrest.💼 Shutdown Layoffs: Rep. James Walkinshaw calls on the White House Budget Director to explain thousands of federal layoffs as the shutdown drags on.🕵️‍♀️ Ridgeway Homicide: Henry County investigators search for Joseph Chad Lockett after a woman was found dead

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00:11:50

AG Candidates Face Off; Casino Talks Continue in...

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2025/10/17

Top stories across Virginia and the Roanoke Valley for Friday, October 17th, 2025:⚖️ Attorney General Debate: Jason Miyares and Jay Jones clash at the University of Richmond over crime, energy policy and Jones’ controversial text messages about former House Speaker Todd Gilbert. Both candidates highlight their personal stories as polls show the race tight.🎰 Casino Buzz in Roanoke: Delegate Sam Rasoul joins the conversation as city leaders explore turning the Berglund Center into a casino anchoring

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00:09:50

Roanoke Casino Debate Continues; Logan Thomas Family...

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2025/10/16

Top headlines across the Roanoke Valley and Virginia for Thursday, October 16th, 2025:🎰 Casino Conversations Continue: Roanoke Mayor Joe Cobb clarifies the city’s casino study, saying it aims to create jobs and new revenue without raising taxes. Former Mayor David Bowers says the plan is unrealistic and unlikely to pass the General Assembly.🏈 Logan Thomas Lawsuit: The former Virginia Tech and NFL standout’s family sues the VHSL, seeking to overturn a ruling that barred his two stepsons from

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00:09:48

Homelessness Bench Dispute, Possible Roanoke Casino,...

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2025/10/15

This special edition of the WFIR News Express features On The Record with The Roanoke Rambler, a weekly segment that airs live Wednesdays at 7:45 a.m.Morning Anchor Ian Price talks with Rambler reporter Jeff Sturgeon about:— A rising homelessness debate after a city bench was removed in South Roanoke.— The possibility of a casino coming to Roanoke, as city leaders explore a location at the Berglund Center.— A new report showing how segregation remains entrenched in Roanoke neighborhoods, decades

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