Roanoke City’s Parks and Arts program will continue this summer Gene Marrano May 21, 2014 1 min read The Foundation for Roanoke Valley has authorized a 40,000 dollar grant that will help support Roanoke’s “Parks and Arts” program that brings culture to neighborhood parks. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Oil, gas producers urge energy exploration under VA Atlantic waters, not just wind turbines above themNext: Liberty University hopes weekend event will interest more girls and women in aviation careers Related Stories 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025 4 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by double digits; Jones now trails Miyares Clark Palmer October 30, 2025