GIRLS Construction Experience: it isn’t just for “boys” Gene Marrano October 4, 2024 1 min read photos courtesy Branch Group Its not all “dirty jobs,” and heavy lifting – that is, today’s construction industry. And one of the major players locally hopes to demonstrate that again tomorrow to girls from 5 to 18, with a third annual event. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Fall waterways cleanupNext: VWCC providing professional growth for employees and company leaders Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 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