State of the City is “good” says Roanoke Mayor Gene Marrano August 23, 2018 1 min read The State of Roanoke City is “good.” That was the word this morning from Mayor Sherman Lea and several others at the annual Regional Chamber breakfast. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Kroger to phase out plastic bags at all storesNext: Two more local teams gear up for high school football season Related Stories 1 min read Massive fire at 9th Street industrial park – Riverdale redevelopment Gene Marrano April 5, 2025 1 min read Race at Smith Mountain Lake State Park highlights the beauty of the park Denise Membreno April 4, 2025 1 min read Skills USA Virginia annual demos and competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano April 4, 2025