ALICE families in the United Way spotlight this week Gene Marrano November 4, 2019 1 min read United Way of Roanoke Valley says 1 in 4 Roanoke area families could be called “ALICE” – Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. And they want you to walk in those shoes as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Pence makes swing through Virginia before key state electionNext: It’s moving day for the voting machines 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