Youngkin Calls for Prayer, COVID Vax Access Expands, GoFest Returns | WFIR News Express – 9/12/25

In today’s WFIR News Express for Friday, September 12th, 2025:🙏 Governor Youngkin calls for a statewide moment of prayer to honor slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk💉 Virginia expands access to the updated 2025 COVID-19 vaccine — no prescription needed for most adults🧠 A local veteran shares how monthly meetups help prevent suicide during Suicide Prevention Month🌎 The Blue Ridge Land Conservancy prepares to celebrate major land preservation efforts💧 Roanoke wants a cut of Botetourt’s Google data center tax revenue — in exchange for city water🏥 Congressman Morgan Griffith pushes rural healthcare bills through committee📉 Senator Mark Warner warns of rising healthcare costs and economic strain from federal policy🍔 Jack Brown’s burger sales help fight childhood cancer across Southwest Virginia🎪 GoFest returns to Roanoke in October with new photo exhibits and outdoor events🎖️ Franklin County High School hosts its first-ever Veterans’ Appreciation Night🥫 Food Lion donates food, money, and time to support Roanoke’s Manna Pantry🎧 Catch up on today’s top headlines — in under 10 minutes.