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 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 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025
