Comp plan advocates for “village centers” Gene Marrano August 7, 2019 1 min read Bill Bestpitch Roanoke City’s blueprint for future growth includes more village centers like the one taking shape in the Wasena neighborhood. An update from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Salem, Lynchburg battle in six-game seriesNext: UPDATE: US 220 accident near Tanglewood is cleared Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025