How effective are face coverings against COVID-19? The questions remain for some Gene Marrano August 5, 2020 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: For schools planning in-person classes, busing challenges and questionsNext: Roanoke Valley sees double digit increase in new coronavirus cases Related Stories 1 min read Danville City Councill member set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder AP July 31, 2025 1 min read Norwich Recreation Center gets upgrade – and new mission Gene Marrano July 30, 2025 1 min read Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day to benefit Carilion Children’s Ian Price July 30, 2025