DRI adds economic development specialist Timothy Martin October 11, 2012 1 minute read Downtown Roanoke Incorporated has hired a new economic development specialist. WFIR’s Timothy Martin explains. Share: Post navigation Previous: Signs of Roanoke region housing rebound offer hope of economic liftNext: Area schools told to develop, implement improvement plans Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026