Faw focuses on county budget in primary challenge Gene Marrano June 1, 2017 1 min read The budget and debt load in Roanoke County is the principal issue being seized on by several Republican challengers seeking to oust incumbents on the Board of Supervisors. More on one race from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: New ranking puts Virginia as best state for seniors; Roanoke tops statewide averageNext: Blacksburg just outside top 50 basketball towns in America Related Stories 1 min read The changing landscape of college football Denise Membreno August 22, 2025 1 min read Roanoke parking debate continues as city prepares for study Web Staff August 22, 2025 1 min read Joe Cobb delivers first State of the City address as Roanoke Mayor Gene Marrano August 21, 2025