Future of broadband service is subject of business plan Gene Marrano May 22, 2014 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation 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 Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026