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 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