Roanoke now part of an “ecosystem” designed to grow business sector Gene Marrano December 4, 2018 1 minute read Learning how other localities have grown their “innovation economy” – and telling them about success stories here – is one major reason Roanoke is now a member of the “City Innovation Ecosystem Program.” WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Hokies head to Military BowlNext: Former Reagan staffer offers different take on George HW Bush Related Stories Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026