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 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025