Holton Plaza is dedicated in Roanoke Gene Marrano October 16, 2017 1 min read WFIR/Gene Marrano A special day for a former Roanoke resident who became the first Republican Governor in 100 years. More about the dedication today of Holton Plaza from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Officer, man he shot in Rocky Mount not yet identifiedNext: AAA: Lower autumn demand should keep gas prices falling Related Stories 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025