BRL plans annual celebration Gene Marrano July 17, 2017 1 min read This year’s annual celebration for Blue Ridge Literacy volunteers and English Language learners will be the last for Executive Director Russ Merritt. WFIR intern reporter Madison Everett has the story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Bullying issues at Salem school led to anti-bullying groupNext: Salvation Army to open center for vulnerable youth in SE Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025