“Empty the Shelter” designed for pets that need new homes Gene Marrano November 26, 2014 1 min read The holiday season often means more stress – and people giving up their pets in some cases … that’s one reason for today’s “Empty the Shelter” event, as cats and dogs look for new homes. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VDOT says it’s ready for winter weatherNext: Holidays are a good time to look for 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s Related Stories 1 min read Your vote can make Roanoke the BEST destination for Fall colors Gene Marrano August 12, 2025 2 min read Roanoke delegate calls antisemitism claims ‘silly season’ politics Ian Price August 11, 2025 1 min read VBR sees solid visitation growth numbers in 2024, in early 2025 also Gene Marrano August 11, 2025
