FBRI researcher says new COVID variants are sure to emerge Gene Marrano October 25, 2022 1 min read We are not out of the woods yet when it comes to COVID-19 and with the colder months ahead there is concern about new, highly transmissable strains – especially with many still not boosted or even vaccinated. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Bedford County fatal hit and runNext: State officials dissect Virginia’s NAEP scores Related Stories 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 1 min read Downtown Roanoke barbershop launches new Red Light Therapy Bed Web Staff August 21, 2025