From hard knocks to prolific author Gene Marrano July 11, 2022 1 min read Bedford County resident Randy Nesbitt Sr. spent 25-plus years in various federal prisons for a string of armed bank robberies he committed in Alexandria. Released last year, now he’s a prolific author. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more, “In Depth.” About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Second Roanoke Amtrak train rolls into town for first timeNext: Three arrested in connection with attempted robbery in Roanoke Related Stories 1 min read National Night Out events Denise Membreno August 4, 2025 1 min read Hope and Home task force latest attempt to address homelessness in Roanoke Gene Marrano August 4, 2025 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025