Dickens of a Christmas is back for next three weekends Gene Marrano November 29, 2017 1 min read Street performers, roasted chestnuts, a parade, and pets in costumes – “Dickens of a Christmas” is back for three weekends starting this Friday. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke airport looks to market property for economic developmentNext: Groundbreaking scheduled for women’s Capitol monument Related Stories 1 min read Carilion will build its first standalone Emergency Departments in Franklin, Botetourt Counties Gene Marrano July 29, 2025 1 min read Traditional Medicinals finally breaks ground in Franklin County Gene Marrano July 29, 2025 1 min read Roanoke gives key to long time Southwest Virginia Ballet Artistic Director Denise Membreno July 29, 2025