Independent candidates for Roanoke City Council make their case Gene Marrano October 31, 2022 1 minute read Among the 11 candidates running for the four open seats on Roanoke City Council in next Tuesday’s election are three campaigning as independents. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more in this “Longer Listen” segment: Share: Post navigation Previous: New mom pod at Wasena ParkNext: City Council candidate says he’s got unfinished business Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026