New United Way President meets supporters in Roanoke Gene Marrano March 17, 2015 1 minute read United Way of Roanoke Valley held its annual awards celebration yesterday at Hotel Roanoke – it was also a chance for the brand new President and C-E-O to introduce herself, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: IRS: shady preparers are pocketing tax payments due under “Obamacare”Next: Local lawmakers react to Ralph Smith’s announcement Related Stories 2 minutes read Science Museum confirms it will leave Center in the Square by end of 2026 Ian Price January 16, 2026 0 4 minutes read City of Salem officials react to Yokohama Tire imminent closure announcement at Salem plant, with 392 layoffs announced Ian Price January 16, 2026 0 1 minute read Restaurant Week is back through January 25th all over downtown Roanoke Gene Marrano January 16, 2026 0