WFIR News Express 11-30-23

The Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce held its 32nd annual Pre-session Legislative Meeting and Breakfast yesterday at the Salem Civic Center. One of those lawmakers you just heard from is participating in a hunger strike -- Roanoke State Delegate Sam Rasoul will be participating in a hunger strike and prayer for peace between Israel and Palestine. Lynchburg leaders have opted to extend a youth curfew, which they say has reduced crime in Hill City. A Roanoke native says his debut novel offers a new take on the horror genre. Roanoke native Christopher P. Beckman has published his debut novel “Seeping of The Sponge”, which examines how a home’s residual energy impacts the lives of four separate families over several decades. The 2023 Vinton Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting happen in downtown Vinton this evening, with over 100 parade entries.