Dip in donations leads to Red Kettle bell-ringing marathon Gene Marrano December 6, 2018 1 min read A dip in Red Kettle contributions year to date versus 2017 has lead to a 48-hour bell-ringing marathon starting this morning. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Update: missing man found dead; appears to be self-inflicted woundNext: Poll: Almost 2/3 of Virginians like the state’s direction Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 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