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 Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025