New Roanoke Police Chief debuts during challenging times Gene Marrano April 3, 2020 1 minute read File Roanoke Police photo The new Chief of Police as of this past Monday in Roanoke steps into that role at a challenging time in the city’s history. But Sam Roman Jr. is no stranger here as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Homestead Creamery recalls unsalted butter due to possible health concernsNext: Pandemic or not, animal rescue transports continue on I-81 Related Stories Roanoque Baroque season finale, History Museum photography exhibition open to all, Local Colors is this Saturday Gene Marrano May 13, 2026 Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026
