Roanoke’s first inner-city swim team will host a special meet Gene Marrano July 17, 2014 1 min read Its the “Battle of the Roanoke Stars,” at the Washington Park pool this Saturday, a swim team fundraiser with city councilman Sherman Lea as Master of Ceremonies. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Lane closure on I81 North to affect morning commuteNext: Jefferson Center has announced the line-up for its 13th season 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