State of the Commonwealth tour hits Roanoke Gene Marrano December 9, 2015 1 min read Its been a long slow climb out of the “Great Recession” for Virginia – but things are trending in the right direction. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on a presentation in downtown Roanoke this morning: Share: Continue Reading Previous: “Give Local” Holiday Market starts tomorrowNext: Republicans signal plans to oust McAuliffe’s court pick Related Stories 2 min read Downtown Roanoke hosts national and local talent for Street Performer Expo Ian Price May 8, 2025 1 min read Daisy Art Parade returns this Saturday in downtown Roanoke Gene Marrano May 8, 2025 1 min read VBR and partners team up to deliver Jared Boxes to Carilion Children’s Gene Marrano May 7, 2025