Magazine publisher urges dialogue on race, cultural differences Gene Marrano July 11, 2016 1 min read Better race relations is about communication and respect says the publisher of a local magazine that celebrates cultural diversity. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Changes in police departments after Dallas ambush?Next: There’s still time to help SML YMCA float into history Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025