Roanoke Mayoral Race Update, Carbon Capture Innovation, and Helene Recovery Efforts

Today on WFIR News Express: Vice Mayor Joe Cobb maintains a 53-vote lead in the Roanoke mayoral race, with absentee ballots still being counted. Roanoke Cement and Virginia Tech join forces on a pioneering carbon sequestration project aiming to reduce emissions equivalent to removing 360,000 cars from the road. Meanwhile, Virginia’s House of Delegates will soon review proposed amendments on abortion access and voting rights restoration. Also in the headlines: CASA of Central Virginia secures a $20,000 grant to recruit more volunteers for helping vulnerable children, and Campbell County Schools’ new student cell phone policy begins January 1. In Virginia’s Appalachian regions, recovery efforts continue for communities impacted by Hurricane Helene, with groups like Holler to Holler providing essential support. Finally, Governor Youngkin introduces the Virginia Veterans Network, a streamlined resource hub for veterans and their families. Stay tuned to WFIR News Express for today’s top stories and community updates.