Downtown Roanoke Memorial Day observance this morning Gene Marrano May 28, 2018 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: Flash flood warning for Roanoke regionNext: The meaning of Memorial Day: remembering the fallen Related Stories Excel Center at Melrose Plaza making progress, forging partnerships Gene Marrano April 10, 2026 Sen. Tim Kaine suggests VT President Tim Sands may have been forced out Clark Palmer April 10, 2026 Roanoke Regional Partnership releases 2025 statistics Web Staff April 10, 2026