Be prepared when you hit the trails says Battalion Chief Gene Marrano July 19, 2017 1 min read Botetourt Fire and EMS search and rescue crews have been getting a workout in recent weeks – helping several hikers near Tinker Mountain. WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with a battalion chief about being prepared: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Passenger rail arrives in Roanoke October 30thNext: Private College Week offers visits for high school students Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 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