May is National Foster Care Month Gene Marrano May 17, 2022 1 min read A non-profit organization that works to place Virginia children in foster homes says there has been a steep decline in the number of people looking to become foster parents – perhaps its even in a “crisis mode,” as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Health system director says no spread from recent Hepatitis caseNext: What to do – and not do – if you encounter a bear cub Related Stories 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025 1 min read Rolling the dice in the Star City: Delegate Rasoul questions casino proposal at Berglund Center Web Staff October 17, 2025