Better transportation could bring two valleys together Gene Marrano September 14, 2015 1 minute read The Roanoke and New River Valleys typically unite over special events – like when the Virginia Tech Hokies play football … better transportation options can also make that happen … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Kroger hiring vetsNext: Small plane crashes, catches fire near Smith Mountain Lake; 2 injured Related Stories Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026 Justin and Cerina Fairfax were a power couple, but murder-suicide Evan Jones April 17, 2026 Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, wife dead in apparent murder-suicide Ian Price April 16, 2026