DRI looking to support small businesses during COVID-19 gathering restrictions Gene Marrano March 18, 2020 1 min read Many local small businesses operate on thin margins anyway and with most now impacted by COVID-19 these are tough times. Downtown Roanoke Incorporated wants to help by getting more information out to the public, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: BBB: Beware of Coronavirus Text Messaging ScamNext: Roanoke Valley Gives more important than ever for many local non-profits Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025