How effective are face coverings against COVID-19? The questions remain for some Gene Marrano August 5, 2020 1 minute read Questions remain in the minds of some about the effectiveness of face coverings to stop the spread of the coronavirus. We asked Dr. Molly O’Dell with the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts about it yesterday, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: For schools planning in-person classes, busing challenges and questionsNext: Roanoke Valley sees double digit increase in new coronavirus cases Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0