Former Olympian and Run-Walk-Run creator in town for Marathon Gene Marrano April 12, 2019 1 min read He calls himself “America’s Coach” so its fitting perhaps that Jeff Galloway of “Run-Walk-Run” fame is in Roanoke as a special guest for “America’s Toughest Road Marathon.” The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Longwood University announces $15M gift for campus centerNext: Roanoke man arrested for chase that starts in Vinton, ends in Franklin Co. Related Stories 1 min read Dr. Pepper Park 2025 season kicks off tonight with Aerosmith tribute band Gene Marrano May 9, 2025 1 min read Pancakes for a purpose. It’s time for the Kiwanis Pancake and Auction Day Denise Membreno May 8, 2025 1 min read The 34th Local Colors Festival: food, music and dancing Denise Membreno May 8, 2025