A Night of Solidarity for persecuted Christians Gene Marrano February 6, 2015 1 min read A local church wants to draw attention to the plight of persecuted Christians around the world – in the Middle East and elsewhere – with a “Night of Solidarity,” … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Former Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison speaks at Roanoke CollegeNext: Prosecutors seek sentence of 18 months for ex-Va. first lady Related Stories 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025