Virginia law group takes on Big Chem again on behalf of farmers Gene Marrano August 13, 2021 1 min read The chemical Paraquat is a weed killer used by farmers – some in this region – but exposure to it may lead to Parkinson’s disease and now a Virginia law firm has taken on that challenge. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Restaurants face continuing challenges in staffing and suppliesNext: VDH updates latest coronavirus data from Roanoke Valley Related Stories 1 min read Vote for Harvest Blaque; Baroque choral music and RBT’s Snow White Gene Marrano June 4, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Police investigating after car struck by gunfire Web Staff June 4, 2025 1 min read FEDUP gala welcomes Trayvon Martin’s mother as keynote speaker Gene Marrano June 3, 2025