Air quality is better in Roanoke Gene Marrano April 30, 2015 1 min read Several measures evaluated by the American Lung Association that track air pollution show better air quality in the Roanoke region … as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: “Bricks 4 Kidz” child enrichment center opens today in RoanokeNext: Boots 2 Books 5K is back tomorrow 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