New police chief in Roanoke reflects on past and future Gene Marrano July 13, 2016 1 min read Tim Jones Roanoke City Manager Chris Morrill made the final call – and now a home-grown 35-year veteran is the new Chief of Police. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with Tim Jones yesterday: Share: Continue Reading Previous: New member appointed to Roanoke County School BoardNext: It helped bring Eldor, so Botetourt County prepares another building-ready industrial site Related Stories 1 min read Massive fire at 9th Street industrial park – Riverdale redevelopment Gene Marrano April 5, 2025 1 min read Race at Smith Mountain Lake State Park highlights the beauty of the park Denise Membreno April 4, 2025 1 min read Skills USA Virginia annual demos and competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano April 4, 2025