VT Boosts Athletics Budget, Riverdale Apology Efforts, Goat Groundskeeping | WFIR News Express – 10/1/25

In today’s WFIR News Express for Tuesday, October 1st, 2025:🏈 Virginia Tech commits to a $229 million athletics budget increase — but not everyone’s on board🧹 Roanoke’s newest park workers have hooves: how goats are helping save an historic stone wall🏘️ The city’s Equity Board pushes for a Riverdale-era apology, but turnout at the first public meeting is sparse🔋 EV ownership in Virginia faces new hurdles after federal tax credits expire💡 Appalachian Power customers could soon see a $10 drop in monthly bills👮‍♂️ Three suspects arrested in Salem burglary spree — stolen guns and valuables recovered🚔 Another burglary and police chase in Lynchburg — one arrest so far🔥 Testimony reveals chilling motive behind attack on Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler🎤 Dr Pepper Park honored by state lawmakers for 10 years of music and memories🚀 Downtown Roanoke’s RAMP startup program welcomes its newest class🎧 Listen now and stay informed in under 10 minutes.