Hope Center co-founder talks about allegations, future Gene Marrano July 27, 2017 1 minute read Its co-founder says the Hope Center would like some help from Roanoke City as they try to stay afloat – after being served with an eviction notice. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an update on the community center in northwest Roanoke: Share: Post navigation Previous: Bedford County Sheriff’s Office investigating death in Sheetz parking lotNext: $$ millions already pouring in to governor’s race — and we are still in July Related Stories Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026