Franklin Road bridge to close tomorrow – for two years Gene Marrano January 2, 2017 1 min read If you are used to taking the Franklin Road Bridge over all those train tracks into Southwest Roanoke City today is the last day you’ll be able to do that – for 2 years. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VSP Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Bedford CountyNext: Va hospitals want General Assembly to pass several mental health care measures Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025