Ex-felons find jobs after “ban the box” decision Gene Marrano December 12, 2014 1 minute 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.” Share: Post navigation Previous: Enroll assisters help with health care signupsNext: Feds: no charges coming on senator’s resignation Related Stories Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026 Virginia redistricting referendum passes by razor-thin margin as legal challenges loom Ian Price April 22, 2026 How to choose the healthiest plants for your landscape Denise Membreno April 22, 2026