Another State Senate candidate to meet with NW Roanoke residents Gene Marrano September 22, 2015 1 min read The Independent candidate for state senate will speak at a community meeting in Northwest Roanoke this morning. WFIR’s Luke Church reports. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Education town hall tomorrowNext: Grant aids the valley’s FAMIS program Related Stories 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025