A first for The Innovation Mill in Vinton – grant funding for startup Gene Marrano July 9, 2020 1 min read Mickey Cowden Its a first for The Innovation Mill in Vinton – one of the dozen or so startups they are nurturing has received a grant to develop its drone technology for farm use. It won’t be the last grant as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia clears its years-long rape test kit backlogNext: Overall coronavirus case count in Roanoke County exceeds 300 Related Stories 1 min read Carilion now raising funds for an advanced therapy at new cancer center under construction Gene Marrano November 4, 2025 1 min read 2025 Virginia Election Results Ian Price November 4, 2025 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025
