Local You Tube series debuts with The Making Foundation’s story Gene Marrano January 4, 2019 1 min read A web-based You Tube series that extols the artistic value of skilled trades – and the challenges of modern craftsmen – is being produced right here in Roanoke. More on “The Machine Shop” from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Man charged with stealing cash, jewelry, silver from antique storeNext: Cline holds hopes for some agreement, action in divided Congress 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