Gene Marrano

Many Roanokers will recall Dan Smith as the editor of several business publications. Now he’s a first time novelist

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Many Roanokers will recall Dan Smith as the editor of several business publications. Now he’s a first time novelist

Gene Marrano January 8, 2014 0

He’s well-known as a business magazine editor and a blog pundit … now Dan Smith is a...

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More out-of-towners have read about the Roanoke Valley than perhaps ever before

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More out-of-towners have read about the Roanoke Valley than perhaps ever before

Gene Marrano January 8, 2014 0

More out-of-towners have read about the Roanoke Valley than perhaps ever before. The Roanoke Valley Convention and...

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His job is up for grabs today in Roanoke; a special honor for Onzlee Ware

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His job is up for grabs today in Roanoke; a special honor for Onzlee Ware

Gene Marrano January 7, 2014 0

Now-retired 11th District Delegate Onzlee Ware was “surprised” to learn he was going to be awarded the...

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The curator at Mill Mountain Zoo is doing her best to keep the animals there safe during this cold spell

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The curator at Mill Mountain Zoo is doing her best to keep the animals there safe during this cold spell

Gene Marrano January 7, 2014 0

Its not good for any animals to be unprotected in cold weather like this – whether its...

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A local Delegate is ready for the General Assembly session that starts today, armed with feedback from constituents

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A local Delegate is ready for the General Assembly session that starts today, armed with feedback from constituents

Gene Marrano January 7, 2014 0

Greg Habeeb, the 8th District Representative based in Salem, has been holding town hall meetings – live...

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Employ caution while using space heaters during this cold snap

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Employ caution while using space heaters during this cold snap

Gene Marrano January 6, 2014 0

If you’re pulling out the space heater as temperatures head below zero tonight, Roanoke City Fire &...

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If your New Year’s resolution involves getting more exercise here’s a good way to get started.

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If your New Year’s resolution involves getting more exercise here’s a good way to get started.

Gene Marrano January 6, 2014 0

Two years ago Roanoke City Parks and Recreation wanted to get people off their couch with the...

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Tomorrow voters in the 11th House of Delegates District go to the polls during a special election

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Tomorrow voters in the 11th House of Delegates District go to the polls during a special election

Gene Marrano January 6, 2014 0

Tomorrow voters in the 11th House of Delegates District go to the polls during a special election....

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Road signs, billboard, an on-line reporting system. Roanoke County gets serious about cigarette butts

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Road signs, billboard, an on-line reporting system. Roanoke County gets serious about cigarette butts

Gene Marrano January 3, 2014 0

The World is not your ashtray..that’s the slogan and message Roanoke County is sending with a new...

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It’s last weekend before Tuesday’s special election for the House of Delegates

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It’s last weekend before Tuesday’s special election for the House of Delegates

Gene Marrano January 3, 2014 0

The last weekend before Tuesday’s special election for the 11th District Seat in the House of Delegates...

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A local climate change activist wants to “Let the sun shine in,” on that often-controversial subject

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A local climate change activist wants to “Let the sun shine in,” on that often-controversial subject

Gene Marrano January 2, 2014 0

Diana Christopulos,president of the Roanoke Valley Cool Cities Coalition, will speak this Sunday morning about “Positive Community...

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There’s big changes coming to the City Market area in downtown Roanoke starting today

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There’s big changes coming to the City Market area in downtown Roanoke starting today

Gene Marrano January 2, 2014 0

Beginning today, Market Street within the Market Square Parking area will be closed to through traffic as...

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The changing of the guard is official at Center in the Square today

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The changing of the guard is official at Center in the Square today

Gene Marrano January 1, 2014 0

A former SunTrust Bank regional president is now the top man at Center in the Square. Barry...

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A $50,000 grant has been awarded to the City of Salem

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A $50,000 grant has been awarded to the City of Salem

Gene Marrano December 31, 2013 0

Virginia has awarded the City of Salem a $50,000 Tourism Grant for Marketing. Salem Tourism Director, Carey...

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Thinking about signing up for the Blue Ridge Marathon? Do it by midnight tonight to save a few bucks

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Thinking about signing up for the Blue Ridge Marathon? Do it by midnight tonight to save a few bucks

Gene Marrano December 31, 2013 0

New Year’s Eve is a good time to register for the Blue Ridge full or half marathons...

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