Rescues, Retirements, and Roanoke School Budget Woes: Today on WFIR News Express

Bio (SEO-Optimized Teaser Format):Floodwaters trap two women in Bedford — hear how first responders got them out safely. A Franklin County teacher accused of misconduct will soon face a grand jury. Roanoke City School Board braces for painful budget cuts after changes in city funding. Botetourt County Schools investigate a cyberattack disrupting services. Roanoke’s Homeless Assistance Team moves to improve access to care. Humanities groups sue over federal cuts to NEH grants in Virginia. The NTSB releases its findings on last year's fatal Augusta County plane crash. Trump stirs controversy by considering Qatar’s Air Force One replacement offer — Senator Warner says it might be illegal. A beloved Botetourt farm helping veterans with PTSD prepares to close. QualiChem expands operations in Salem, bringing new jobs and investment. Roanoke County's economic development chief wins national recognition for attracting major business growth. Crews respond to a fire in a Southeast Roanoke abandoned building. A historic Pulaski County civil rights case gets renewed recognition via the 23/54 Project. And Blacksburg’s Warm Hearth Village is named one of SWVA’s top retirement communities.