Better transportation could bring two valleys together Gene Marrano September 14, 2015 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: GOP lawmakers to hold hearing on report of student’s arrestNext: Small plane crashes, catches fire near Smith Mountain Lake; 2 injured Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025