The Gauntlet gets started with business training Gene Marrano February 17, 2017 1 min read A larger state grant has raised the stakes for “The Gauntlet” this year – a competition for business startups. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an update: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Bill mandating 12-month birth control coverage passesNext: Teachers urge state lawmakers to increase public education funding in next budget Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025