No time to let down our guard says local VDH director Gene Marrano November 25, 2020 1 min read Dr. Cynthia Morrow-VT photo After the turkey comes the shopping – and like her warnings about COVID safety on Thanksgiving – the local health district director urges the same caution when holiday shopping this year. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: COVID won’t stop the Rescue Mission Thanksgiving dayNext: Fatal shooting: Richmond suspect, Petersburg victim at Lynchburg hotel Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025