WFIR News Express 1-3-24

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in locating 15-year-old Alexis Parker who reportedly left her home on Falling Creek Road around 10:45 last night. Members of Roanoke City Council and the city’s Gun Violence Prevention Commission a held a joint meeting to discuss progress achieved in prevention, intervention, and justice initiatives. According to Virginia Forestry officials, more than 25 thousand acres of land burned during the fall fire season. People often set resolutions for the New Year centered around physical health and wellness, but the Freedom First Financial Empowerment Center says getting your money back on track is another worthy goal. Roanoke City announced Church Avenue will be closed on Sunday between 2nd Street and 3rd Street.