Future of broadband service is subject of business plan Gene Marrano May 22, 2014 1 min read Making high-speed internet available for everyone in the Roanoke Valley – especially to local businesses – is the focal point for a consortium that may be getting its marching orders soon. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Liberty University hopes weekend event will interest more girls and women in aviation careersNext: Renovated art-deco building prepares to open as downtown’s newest living space 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