Franklin County native heads to spring training with Cubs Gene Marrano February 12, 2018 1 min read Major league baseball spring training starts this week and one front office executive for the Chicago Cubs is now a local Hall of Famer as well. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Continue Reading Previous: UPDATE: Peacemakers founder found not guilty on all chargesNext: Update: Shawn Hunter comments after being found not guilty Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke College releases first season football schedule Gene Marrano February 21, 2025 1 min read Vinton’s Winter Restaurant Week starts Sunday Denise Membreno February 21, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Outside initiative helps outdoor projects with grant money Denise Membreno February 21, 2025