A series on civil discourse debuts tonight Gene Marrano April 26, 2017 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: City could officially declare that it’s not a sanctuary cityNext: Vinton to celebrate completion of downtown improvements Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025
