In-river park plans along greenway coming into focus Gene Marrano July 26, 2023 1 min read Courtesy Roanoke City Its being billed as the first whitewater park of its kind in Virginia – and its coming to the Roanoke River Greenway, by 2026 if all goes well. The public can look at those plans next week, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Mathilda on stage at Mill Mountain … and live concert series at the Grandin TheatreNext: Good Sam CEO on the Center for Caring under construction Related Stories 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025 1 min read AG Jason Miyares responds to Cardinal News report on Commonwealth’s early release policy Clark Palmer November 3, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025