Roanoke County Backpack Run features longer race option Gene Marrano February 28, 2022 1 min 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 About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Runway 5K at ROA coming in MayNext: No retail sales of marijuana happening in VA this year Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke City Mayor Joe Cobb launches Hope and Home task force to address homelessness Clark Palmer August 5, 2025 1 min read Get Out of Town to Pipestem Resort State Park for a ziplining thrill Web Staff August 5, 2025 1 min read National Night Out events Denise Membreno August 4, 2025