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 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