The 7th annual Gauntlet – Virginia’s Largest Business Program and Competition. Rob Ruthenberg June 24, 2021 1 minute read The Gauntlet – a business training mentorship program and competition recently wrapped up its 2021 class with nearly 150 participants from all over our region… WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has more. CLICK HERE for more information on The Gauntlet. Share: Post navigation Previous: John McAfee, Roanoke College alum and software pioneer, dead at 75Next: VDH updates coronavirus data in Roanoke Valley Related Stories The Entertainment District Focus Group examining long term future of Berglund Center complex Gene Marrano January 28, 2026 0 Roanoke business owners push back against proposed special events policy changes Clark Palmer January 21, 2026 0 Virginia’s largest business program and competition readies for another year Denise Membreno January 20, 2026 0