Nowruz celebrates the Persian New Year on Saturday Gene Marrano March 16, 2023 1 min read The spring equinox is also celebrated as the Persian New Year. A multi-cultural celebration is happening this weekend. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on the Nowruz celebration. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: At the Movies: “Champions”Next: Salem Red Sox franchise will be sold – but will stay in town Related Stories 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 2 min read Teen sentenced following firearm incident at Franklin County High School Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 1 min read Virginia military wife calls on House Speaker Mike Johnson to pass bill to pay service members Clark Palmer October 9, 2025
