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 Collections Unpacked at History Museum; RSO last Masterworks concert this weekend; The Tin Woman opens at Showtimers Gene Marrano May 6, 2026 Roanoke Council to vote Monday on FY 2026-27 budget after March revenue review Ian Price May 5, 2026 Daisy Art Parade adds a carnival this year at new location Gene Marrano May 5, 2026