New resource centers at Rescue Mission debut Gene Marrano May 30, 2017 1 minute read Today is the official opening of two “Resource Centers” at the Roanoke Rescue Mission – where one goal is to make “guests” more self-sufficient. Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia studies DNA database expansionNext: Program to examine Roanoke’s refugee populations, among other social issues Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026