Could mask mandates be a thing of the past soon? Gene Marrano January 25, 2022 1 min read Photo: Virginia Tech Could we see an end to mask mandates- not only in schools but other public places soon? A local health district director says we’re heading that way. WFIR’s More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: One person injured after shooting at Roanoke apartment complexNext: UVA bounces back after weekend loss; VT falls again Related Stories 1 min read All is need is LOVE … in Roanoke County Gene Marrano September 18, 2025 2 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 12 Points in Virginia governor’s race, new poll finds Ian Price September 18, 2025 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025