Council sings praises of new Roanoke City Manager Gene Marrano August 8, 2017 1 min read Bob Cowell Roanoke City Mgr. Chris Morrill’s permanent successor as City Manager was named and approved by Roanoke City Council yesterday. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Animal Enrichment at Mill Mountain ZooNext: DEQ: Tinker Creek ecosystem likely needs a few years to fully recover Related Stories 1 min read Healthy Hearts Initiative encourages local residents take better care of themselves Gene Marrano July 31, 2025 1 min read Danville City Councill member set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder AP July 31, 2025 3 min read Norwich Recreation Center reopens with new mission to curb youth violence Gene Marrano July 30, 2025