2019 Blue Ridge Marathon posts record numbers in several ways Gene Marrano May 28, 2019 1 min read The numbers keep climbing for “America’s Toughest Road Marathon” and related races – on the course and at the cash register. WFIR’s Gene Marrano with the details: Share: Post navigation Previous: Congressman asks about Opportunity Zones in Virginia’s 5th districtNext: Assistant principals named for four Roanoke County elementary schools Related Stories 1 min read Franklin gets Beamer’s “blessing” before taking VT coaching job Web Staff November 21, 2025 0 2 min read Roanoke City Police partner with US Marshals Service for warrant operation Clark Palmer November 21, 2025 0 1 min read Bedford to dedicate new Vietnam veterans memorial Saturday Web Staff November 21, 2025 0