Commonwealth Games void can be filled Gene Marrano October 9, 2015 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: National Fire Prevention Month is hereNext: Obama nominates two for US attorney, one from Roanoke Related Stories Local political scientist says US-Iran deal looks to be a good step forward Gene Marrano June 16, 2026 Virginia moves toward legal cannabis sales after budget compromise Ian Price June 16, 2026 USA Cycling Mountain Biking Championships adds another year – back in Roanoke Valley for 2027 Gene Marrano June 15, 2026