Ambassadors coming to downtown Roanoke soon Gene Marrano August 5, 2022 1 min read Image: DRI Within the next few months residents and visitors in downtown Roanoke may encounter an Ambassador or two – a new program being spearheaded by Downtown Roanoke Inc. with a company called “Block By Block.” More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Cure Kids Cancer is back today on 94.9 Star CountryNext: City Manager Bob Cowell on what’s new in Roanoke Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025