A series on civil discourse debuts tonight Gene Marrano April 26, 2017 1 minute read The concept was conceived before the 2016 Presidential election – but the first in a hoped-for series of *civil* conversations is scheduled for tonight in Roanoke. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: City could officially declare that it’s not a sanctuary cityNext: Vinton to celebrate completion of downtown improvements Related Stories Virginia Tech President Tim Sands set to step down Clark Palmer April 9, 2026 Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026
