Carilion tracks choppers, ambulances … and Santa Claus today Gene Marrano December 24, 2019 1 min read Hannah Turnbull and Lila Cork L-R/G Marrano photo Some Christmas spirit inside the windowless Carilion Transfer and Communication Center on Brambleton Avenue, where the crew tracks all of the health system’s helicopters and ambulances. WFIR’s Gene Marrano stopped by there this morning: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Redskins interim coach on Haskins; loss to EaglesNext: Senator discusses impeachment from the viewpoint of a missionary Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke tourism hits record high, lowering resident tax burden Ian Price October 7, 2025 1 min read Latest Wason Center survey of likely voters shows statewide Democratic ticket still leads for Gov.-Lt. Gov.-AG Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra opens its new season with a Disco pops concert – and Beethoven’s outdoor musings Gene Marrano October 6, 2025