New Local Colors Director brings fresh perspective Gene Marrano August 14, 2019 1 minute read Lisa Spencer – Local Colors (submitted photo) Its another way to promote understanding and awareness – different than her two-plus decades in “human services” – and the new executive director for Local Colors says she’s ready, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Coach Randy creates a viral video with Alexa showing attitudeNext: Griffin regains card, E-Sports on the rise Related Stories Governor defends existing Google data center deals amid Roanoke-area protests Ian Price April 30, 2026 Pediatric ABA Program for young children with autism arrives in Roanoke later this year Gene Marrano April 30, 2026 VA Drivers Raise $115,000 for the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Emma Thomas April 30, 2026