Bristol mayor meets in Roanoke on train service Gene Marrano June 30, 2014 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation 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 Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026