Apple Ridge farm teaches computer programming Gene Marrano July 9, 2014 1 minute read Computer programming is being introduced to Apple Ridge Farm Summer Camp goers. “Scratch” is a programming tool specifically designed to teach children fifteen and under the basics of graphic design. WFIR intern reporter Alexis Manley has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: White House drug policy director comes to RoanokeNext: UPDATE: fatal hit and run Related Stories Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0 Congressman Ben Cline on redistricting, DHS funding, the SAVE Act and the upcoming State of the Union address Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0