Friends of Blue Ridge Parkway looking for votes Gene Marrano May 19, 2017 1 min read With budgets for repairs along the Blue Ridge Parkway always strained a local organization says online voters can make a difference. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke region appears poised to be designated as mountain biking destinationNext: New Asian Fusion restaurant “Bushi” opens in Roanoke Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025