Author of book on gun control doubts major changes after Charleston Gene Marrano June 19, 2015 1 min read Public figures are already weighing in on gun control after 9 people were shot dead on Wednesday at a Charleston, South Carolina church … one local college professor and author expects little to change … as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Local “Friends” president is Cox Conserves Heroes finalistNext: UPDATE: Estimated $750,000 damage in Crossroads Mall fire 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