Roanoke County Backpack Run features longer race option Gene Marrano February 28, 2022 1 minute read The Backpack run at Green Hill Park is back for its ninth year with some changes, including a new, longer distance option. With the story, WFIR’s Caroline Moore. Register here Share: Post navigation Previous: Runway 5K at ROA coming in MayNext: No retail sales of marijuana happening in VA this year Related Stories Multi-unit development in the City of Roanoke overcomes legal challenge Gene Marrano June 4, 2026 National D-Day Memorial marks 82nd anniversary Ian Price June 3, 2026 RBT’s Sleeping Beauty, Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, Paint Fincastle this weekend Gene Marrano June 3, 2026