2019 Blue Ridge Marathon posts record numbers in several ways Gene Marrano May 28, 2019 1 minute 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 minute read Appalachian Power is gearing up for winter storm; wants customers to support power outages Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0 1 minute read Roanoke City declares State of Emergency Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0 2 minutes read VDOT preps for weekend storm; advises people to stay home during the worst of it Gene Marrano January 23, 2026 0