Lea says city is working to lift all boats Gene Marrano May 16, 2017 1 min read The city says it is taking steps to make sure more residents are prospering – WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more from Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea on that issue: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia mayor takes on online trolls after monument protestNext: DMV prepares to issue new licenses you’ll need to board domestic flights as of 2020 Related Stories 1 min read Foodshed Network links native foods and culture at an event this Saturday Gene Marrano April 8, 2025 2 min read WFIR earns top honors at 2024 Virginias Associated Press Broadcasters Awards Web Staff April 8, 2025 1 min read Swan Lake Act II and Under the Tent Pedro Szalay’s final performances as SVB Artistic Director Denise Membreno April 8, 2025