Writer By Bus celebrates 6th year – and Valley Metro ridership growth Gene Marrano September 27, 2023 1 minute read Eva Lynch-Comer G Marrano photo A collaboration among Roanoke City, Ride Solutions, and Valley Metro intended to inform the community about what it’s like using the Star City’s bus system has just wrapped up its 6th year. WFIR’s Alex Torres has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: 1st StrongFest Community Wellness Festival this weekendNext: Senator discusses looming government shutdown effects Related Stories Virginia is now the first state in the south and the 15th nationwide to create a paid family and medical leave program Gene Marrano May 13, 2026 Roanoque Baroque season finale, History Museum photography exhibition open to all, Local Colors is this Saturday Gene Marrano May 13, 2026 Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026