Deschutes 2 Roanoke creator hopeful brewer will still build here Gene Marrano December 27, 2018 1 minute read he Roanoker who spearheaded a social media campaign that was part of the effort to woo Deschutes to town is still hopeful the Oregon-based craft beer brewer will build a plant here. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: With heavy rains expected, flood watch is issuedNext: Poll shows strong support in Virginia for Equal Rights Amendment Related Stories “Brady” hails new gun violence prevention laws in Virginia Gene Marrano April 20, 2026 Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026