How effective are face coverings against COVID-19? The questions remain for some Gene Marrano August 5, 2020 1 min read Questions remain in the minds of some about the effectiveness of face coverings to stop the spread of the coronavirus. We asked Dr. Molly O’Dell with the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts about it yesterday, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: For schools planning in-person classes, busing challenges and questionsNext: Roanoke Valley sees double digit increase in new coronavirus cases Related Stories 1 min read GWRABA to cohost Commonwealth Day of Play with the Governor’s Office Denise Membreno July 30, 2025 1 min read Carilion will build its first standalone Emergency Departments in Franklin, Botetourt Counties Gene Marrano July 29, 2025 1 min read Traditional Medicinals finally breaks ground in Franklin County Gene Marrano July 29, 2025