Downtown Plan gets nod from City Council Gene Marrano December 19, 2017 1 min read After several rounds of public input and hearings City Council gave a thumbs up to its “Downtown Plan 2017” plan last night. Its now part of Roanoke’s overall comprehensive plan. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Don’t skip the holiday office party! Just avoid inappropriate situationsNext: Djuna Osborne to run for Roanoke City Council Related Stories 1 min read “Trial of Shadows” a tale of spirit beings, serial killers, and supernatural horrors Denise Membreno October 14, 2025 2 min read Senator David Suetterlein and Delegate Joe McNamara Oppose Roanoke’s pursuit of Casino Clark Palmer October 14, 2025 2 min read Roanoke considering bringing a casino to the Berglund Special Events Center Gene Marrano October 14, 2025