Book chronicles towns along defunct railroad line Gene Marrano November 18, 2016 1 min read “Chasing the Powhatan Arrow – A Travelogue in Economic Geography” is a new book from a local author that looks at what has happened along a former passenger railroad line. It launches with a special event tonight as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Continue Reading Previous: VT prof: Russia hopes Trump’s campaign talk about NATO doesn’t change nowNext: Virginia Tech has a role in the state’s top 5 poultry production Related Stories 1 min read Breaking down Trump’s Middle East trip with local political scientist Gene Marrano May 20, 2025 1 min read New book on Biden asks, who knew what and when? Gene Marrano May 20, 2025 1 min read Mother of Anton Brown uses public comment period to criticize Roanoke City Council Clark Palmer May 20, 2025