Catawba Center a resource for local growers Gene Marrano April 8, 2015 1 minute read Research, education and environmental conservation programs at Virginia Tech’s Catawba Sustainability Center means it is well-suited to suport local food systems … so says a new study … WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Self Defense class for women teaches mental preparationNext: Va. Museum of Transportation files for trademark rights to N&W 611 Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0