Local private high schools go in different directions on Fall sports Gene Marrano August 11, 2020 1 minute read Two different directions for now on fall sports at local private high schools – Roanoke Catholic School athletics director Matt Peck says they will shut it down due to COVID-19 safety precautions: Share: Post navigation Previous: Bowers promises to revive major economic development proposalNext: Why are Roanoke City and Roanoke County back to school plans different? Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026