The 5th annual “Gauntlet” competition wraps tonight Gene Marrano May 16, 2019 1 minute read The mentoring and judging is over and now those business startups who survived the 5th annual “Gauntlet” competition will be rewarded tonight at the Vinton War Memorial. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: UPDATE: Man no longer suspect in Roanoke shootingNext: Local Colors Festival is this Saturday Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026