Be prepared as new flu season gets underway Gene Marrano October 2, 2019 1 min read Dr Anthony Baffoe-Bonnie Carilion Yesterday was the “official” start of the annual flu season although the peak shouldn’t arrive for several months. A local physician says now is the time to get a flu shot, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: UPDATE: Teen murder suspects turns himself inNext: Demolition of a Vinton business is the start of something much bigger Related Stories 1 min read 49th annual Artemis literary journal sets launch party Gene Marrano August 28, 2025 1 min read Late Salem pro baseball franchise owner honored as “Salem’s Baseball Savior.” Gene Marrano August 28, 2025 1 min read GOP Roanoke City Sheriff’s candidate looks to bring change to the office Clark Palmer August 28, 2025