Local website creator appointed to state advisory board Gene Marrano November 16, 2015 1 minute read A website created a year ago by a Roanoker to help the local Hispanic community assimilate has led to a statewide appointment. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Middle school teacher uses his rap songs to help studentsNext: Week of the Family Related Stories Virginia lawmakers push back on Gov. Spanberger’s cannabis amendments Ian Price April 15, 2026 Usability Works at Carilion Clinic supports medical device manufacturers who need feedback on prototypes before they go to market Gene Marrano April 15, 2026 New outdoor mural at Taubman Museum, Roanoque Baroque chamber music this Saturday, Attic Productions gets ready for Never After Happily Gene Marrano April 15, 2026