McAuliffe signs funding for Research Institute expansion Gene Marrano May 6, 2016 1 min read With a stroke of the pen while in Roanoke, Governor McAuliffe authorized more than two-billion dollars in state capital improvement projects this morning. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Strawberry Festival kicks off in downtown RoanokeNext: Photos: Roanoke Police seek help to identify burglary suspect Related Stories 2 min read Brush Mountain Fire update Gene Marrano March 23, 2025 1 min read SNAP benefits reduction could impact thousands of Virginians Gene Marrano March 21, 2025 1 min read Botetourt County Parks and Rec launches new interactive map highlighting its outdoor amenities Denise Membreno March 21, 2025