Group looking to build new home for injured marine holds event in Roanoke this weekend Timothy Martin September 7, 2012 1 min read Blue Ridge Veterans Celebration and Tunnel to Towers is holding a 5K race at Wasena Park this weekend. WFIR’s Starr Anderson says the proceeds will help build a house. Click here for more information. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Allegiant pleased with Roanoke traffic, uncommitted about adding more Florida citiesNext: Pumpkin crop takes a hit Related Stories 1 min read Indie Bookstore Day on Saturday features local author – and his dark fantasy novel Gene Marrano April 25, 2025 1 min read 44-mile pilgrimage celebrates bio-diversity and the diversity in our community Denise Membreno April 25, 2025 1 min read Vaccination key to preventing any measles outbreak Gene Marrano April 24, 2025