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 Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026