Peacemakers founder reveals his felony past Gene Marrano August 7, 2017 1 min read The founder of The Peacemakers citizens group that patrols northwest Roanoke says resentment perhaps of his recent public profile has led to criticism – but he’s using that occasion to come clean as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Science Museum will re-do butterfly gardenNext: Happy Healthy Cooks seeks volunteers Related Stories 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 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025