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 Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025