Downtown Roanoke Memorial Day observance this morning Gene Marrano May 28, 2018 1 min read Its a day for Roanokers to remember those who have served – and sacrificed. More on an annual Memorial Day downtown ceremony from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Flash flood warning for Roanoke regionNext: The meaning of Memorial Day: remembering the fallen Related Stories 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025