COVID cases spike locally over last week Gene Marrano June 9, 2021 1 min read Dr. Cynthia Morrow/VDH-VT photo As more masks come off, a recent uptick in the number of positive COVID tests in the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts has the local director keeping an eye on that. An update from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Hash beats Hill for Roanoke City sheriff nominationNext: Realtors see just one possible impediment to continued climb in home prices Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025