Book event at Grandin; Dear Nannie and free opera at Mill Mountain Gene Marrano April 12, 2023 1 min read From the WFIR News room this is your Culture Calendar – sponsored by the Roanoke Arts Commission – roanokearts.org. With a look at some of the events coming up this weekend and in the near future. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Resolution for abortion access fizzled after one councilman voted in supportNext: Virginia Rep. Jennifer Wexton reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis Related Stories 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 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