New “Downshift” offers bikes, beers and community downtown Gene Marrano October 18, 2017 1 min read Stop in for a quick repair, check out a new ride, have a craft brew or a cup of coffee. More on the new “Downshift” bike shop and cafe in downtown Roanoke from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: POLL:Gillespie voters not all behind President TrumpNext: Police: Friday Vinton funeral procession likely to create town-wide traffic delays Related Stories 1 min read Indie Bookstore Day on Saturday features local author – and his dark fantasy novel Gene Marrano April 25, 2025 1 min read 44-mile pilgrimage celebrates bio-diversity and the diversity in our community Denise Membreno April 25, 2025 1 min read Vaccination key to preventing any measles outbreak Gene Marrano April 24, 2025