Roanoke firefighters receive free custom orthotics during test Gene Marrano May 18, 2017 1 min read A Roanoke-based manufacturer has come up with a novel way to put an updated product “through the ringer.” WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Vinton Wine & Food Festival to be held at Explore Park this SaturdayNext: UPDATE: Amber Alert canceled for missing 8 month old from Hampton Related Stories 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025 1 min read Suspect wanted in connection with fatal Northeast Roanoke shooting Clark Palmer September 8, 2025