Derby Day Gala is a popular fundraiser Gene Marrano April 19, 2016 1 min read The Kentucky Derby is run on the first Saturday in May and a popular local fundraising event takes place at the same time. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on the Derby Day Gala: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke City Council to consider formal agreements with DeschutesNext: As SOL testing nears, state expands use of “computer adaptive testing” Related Stories 1 min read Governor Youngkin announces Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance Clark Palmer October 28, 2025 2 min read Attorney General Miyares Issues Opinion on Potential Redistricting Clark Palmer October 28, 2025 1 min read Carilion starts another capital campaign for Proton Beam Therapy at Cancer Center being built Gene Marrano October 28, 2025