It’s Pig Appreciation Day in Vinton Gene Marrano February 26, 2015 1 minute read ‘Sometimes it’s not easy keeping teenagers amused at the public library … that’s where events like Roanoke County’s “Pig Appreciation Day” can help. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Va. lawmakers approve budget with state pay raisesNext: Roanoke County Police ask help in finding illegal tire dumpers Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0