Hope Center co-founder talks about allegations, future Gene Marrano July 27, 2017 1 minute read Its co-founder says the Hope Center would like some help from Roanoke City as they try to stay afloat – after being served with an eviction notice. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an update on the community center in northwest Roanoke: Share: Post navigation Previous: Bedford County Sheriff’s Office investigating death in Sheetz parking lotNext: $$ millions already pouring in to governor’s race — and we are still in July Related Stories Governor defends existing Google data center deals amid Roanoke-area protests Ian Price April 30, 2026 Pediatric ABA Program for young children with autism arrives in Roanoke later this year Gene Marrano April 30, 2026 VA Drivers Raise $115,000 for the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Emma Thomas April 30, 2026