Dickens of a Christmas is back for next three weekends Gene Marrano November 29, 2017 1 min read Street performers, roasted chestnuts, a parade, and pets in costumes – “Dickens of a Christmas” is back for three weekends starting this Friday. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke airport looks to market property for economic developmentNext: Groundbreaking scheduled for women’s Capitol monument Related Stories 1 min read FloydFest 2025: new park twists, weather challenges, plenty of music Gene Marrano July 28, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Foundry Project to benefit from state funding Clark Palmer July 28, 2025 1 min read The Excel Center offers adults a second chance to get their high school diplomas Denise Membreno July 28, 2025