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: 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 Dr. Robert “Bobby” Sandel leaves behind a legacy at VWCC Gene Marrano July 1, 2025 1 min read FloydFest25 Aurora July 23-27. Ticket prices go up July 1st Denise Membreno June 30, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City murder suspect in custody following manhunt Web Staff June 30, 2025