Local author releases another Mickey Mathews Mysteries novel Gene Marrano June 21, 2021 1 min read Retired professor of American History Jim Sargent may be busier than ever. The Roanoke County resident has just released the 5th title in his “Mickey Mathews Mysteries” collection. Once again its historical fiction, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Cavs win first contest at College World SeriesNext: Suspect arrested in NYC for murdering Roanoke woman in 2017 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