Independent candidates for Roanoke City Council make their case Gene Marrano October 31, 2022 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: New mom pod at Wasena ParkNext: City Council candidate says he’s got unfinished business Related Stories 1 min read Two polls show tightening races for statewide positions Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 1 min read Federal shutdown could mean delay for SNAP benefits in November Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 2 min read Local moving company’s third annual “Movers for Mutts” donation drive enters final weeks Ian Price October 21, 2025