“Safe Swim for Second Graders,” new program by the Franklin County Y Gene Marrano September 23, 2014 1 minute read Its called “Safe Swim for Second Graders,” … an ambitious new program by the Franklin County YMCA that is teaching youngsters how to be safe in the water. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Natural foods co-op says renovated Market Square has been great for businessNext: Roanoke traffic: Railroad maintenance closes streets this week Related Stories 3 minutes read ACA tax credits expiration threatens thousands of Virginians healthcare access Ian Price January 5, 2026 0 1 minute read ROA traveler numbers up; executive director on future airport expansion plans Gene Marrano January 5, 2026 0 1 minute read Roanoke’s Exchange Music Hall makes debut, looks ahead to enhancements Web Staff January 5, 2026 0