Explore Park’s future could boost tourism numbers Gene Marrano January 23, 2018 1 minute read Record tourism numbers in the region could receive another boost once Explore Park’s “Adventure Plan” is fully realized. The Board of Supervisors signs off on one component today. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Tennessee woman charged with multiple burglaries from area vehiclesNext: Northwest residents, “Outsiders” speak at Peace and Hope meeting Related Stories Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Data Centers are here to stay; proponent says localities need to get on board Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Orvis to relocate Roanoke operations, retaining 60 jobs Ian Price June 22, 2026