Bristol mayor meets in Roanoke on train service Gene Marrano June 30, 2014 1 min read It took many years before the impending return of passenger train service to Roanoke became a reality … now Bristol, Virginia wants to piggyback on the expected 2017 launch. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Floyd motorcyclist killed: police say he tried to pass as pickup was turning leftNext: Time running out for $1 million lottery winner to claim prize Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025