Bowers pitches pandemic relief plan for Roanoke Gene Marrano March 31, 2020 1 min read Photo: Gene Marrano Independent candidate for Roanoke City Mayor – former longtime incumbent David Bowers – has sent a COVID-19 relief plan for consideration to City Council. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has some of the highlights: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Group protests closing of shooting ranges amid coronavirusNext: USA Women’s softball team contest in Salem cancelled Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025