Heart Ball a major fundraiser and social event Gene Marrano February 8, 2017 1 minute read Last year the American Heart Association raised more than 71 million dollars nationwide through the annual “Heart Ball” – more on the local version coming soon from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Teen accused of Virginia girl’s slaying wants trial movedNext: Proposal to end governor’s authority to restore felons’ right advances in Richmond Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026