AARP Virginia says watch for on-line scammers around holidays Gene Marrano December 7, 2020 1 min read In the two-plus weeks left before Christmas those shopping on-line are advised to watch out for phony links offering deals almost to good to be true – or updates on shipments that aren’t coming from the seller. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: College hoops back at MSG with Villanova-Virginia on Dec. 19Next: Roanoke County Police investigating hotel robbery Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke tourism hits record high, lowering resident tax burden Ian Price October 7, 2025 1 min read Latest Wason Center survey of likely voters shows statewide Democratic ticket still leads for Gov.-Lt. Gov.-AG Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra opens its new season with a Disco pops concert – and Beethoven’s outdoor musings Gene Marrano October 6, 2025