Build Smart Institute looks to fill the gap Gene Marrano November 12, 2020 1 min read A warehouse space on Gainsboro Road in Roanoke is now home to a different kind of school – one that teaches students of all ages skills needed in the construction industry. More on the “Build Smart Institute” from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Poll director: too many polls here and nationwide got it wrongNext: VDH reporting 72 new coronavirus cases in Roanoke Valley Related Stories 1 min read Smithfield donates close to 38,000 pounds of protein to Feeding Southwest Virginia Clark Palmer November 25, 2025 0 1 min read Author gets scammed money back because of a crypto fraud rider on insurance policy – she didn’t know about Gene Marrano November 25, 2025 0 1 min read State Police Obtain Warrants for Missing Football Coach Clark Palmer November 25, 2025 0