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 CASPR Reports VA has lost Hundreds of Millions of Dollars due to Online Gambling Emma Thomas March 13, 2026 0 Fish for Lent – Taziki’s Mediterranean Restaurant on Franklin Road brings it back Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0 Dr. Pepper Park gets off to early start in 2026 this weekend with Green Envy for St. Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 12, 2026 0