A feel-good Southeast Roanoke story Gene Marrano September 1, 2017 1 minute read The Eatons There are plenty of negative stories about Southeast Roanoke – but here’s a positive one about a family that has made that part of the city their home. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Governor talks about I-81 fundingNext: Gulf gasoline pipeline shuts down; may impact prices here Related Stories U.S. Supreme Court denies Virginia Dems appeal on referendum vote Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 The Roanoke Region Food and Farm Trail officially launches Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 Roanoke Women’s Foundation honors two people with ties to Taubman Museum Gene Marrano May 14, 2026