Localities join forces for several workshops on growing small businesses Gene Marrano April 8, 2019 1 minute read They say small business is the backbone of any economy and several localities are joining forces this week for two workshops to help grow those types of firms. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Area horses help humans recover from physical/mental abuseNext: Resolution to release full Mueller report falls short Related Stories The Jane Morgan Harris Daylily Garden at Richfield Salem honors female healthcare pioneer Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Nominations open for Kendig Arts and Culture Awards Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026
