Explore Park vision for rec sports; national cycling champ is Roanoke native Gene Marrano May 15, 2019 1 min read A kayak park and a pedestrian bridge over the Roanoke River? And words of a advice from a biking champ who grew up in Roanoke. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carilion Roanoke Memorial to undergo $300 million-plus expansionNext: May is Motorcycle Awareness Month Related Stories 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 2 min read Teen sentenced following firearm incident at Franklin County High School Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 1 min read Virginia military wife calls on House Speaker Mike Johnson to pass bill to pay service members Clark Palmer October 9, 2025