Ex-felons find jobs after “ban the box” decision Gene Marrano December 12, 2014 1 min read In October Roanoke City agreed to remove a question about a job applicant’s criminal history from its initial application forms … WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with someone who urged the city to “Ban the Box.” About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Enroll assisters help with health care signupsNext: Feds: no charges coming on senator’s resignation Related Stories 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025 1 min read Suspect wanted in connection with fatal Northeast Roanoke shooting Clark Palmer September 8, 2025