Youth Advocate Programs Help Children Stay With Their Families Gene Marrano September 11, 2020 1 min read An area organization is working to keep children with mental health needs at home as an alternative to incarceration. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke Valley sees double digit increase in number of new coronavirus casesNext: Tech coach relieved to have more prep time before UVA tilt Related Stories 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025