Local refugees will tell their stories on Saturday Gene Marrano June 16, 2015 1 min read Local refugees – those who have fled from their countries – will gather in downtown Roanoke this Saturday to tell their stories – celebrating their heritage and their new home … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: This is deadline day to submit comments on proposed pipeline to federal regulatorsNext: New York man charged with attempted Roanoke robbery, impersonating police officer Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025