An organization that helps place stray cats has a Valentine’s adoption special Gene Marrano February 11, 2014 1 min read Diane Novak founded Barn Cat Buddies in her Hardy home several years ago. The non-profit places cats from the local SPCA before their time is up…looking for a new owner on a farm or in a home. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VA Senate reaches across the aisle to approve legislationNext: Check with the airlines if you intend to fly out of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional airport Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025