Commonwealth Games void can be filled Gene Marrano October 9, 2015 1 min read The Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau believes the void left by the Commonwealth Games leaving town for Lynchburg won’t be that hard to fill … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: National Fire Prevention Month is hereNext: Obama nominates two for US attorney, one from Roanoke Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025