Lewis and Clark came through Roanoke Valley Gene Marrano January 13, 2017 1 minute read We know Meriwether Lewis and William Clark from their expedition to the West Coast commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson – but they came through the Roanoke Valley on their way to Bristol as well. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Taking a vacation this year? Expect more companyNext: Transgender bill backers urge GOP support Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026
