NRV residents recognized in General Assembly for awareness campaign Gene Marrano February 18, 2025 1 min read Two New River Valley residents say Virginia is a “hot spot” for Alpha-gal Syndrome, a severe allergy triggered by tick bites. Their non-profit raising awareness was recently recognized at the General Assembly. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Continue Reading Previous: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is on Trump’s listNext: Former church will become Trinity Commons, with affordable housing for seniors Related Stories 1 min read Warner hears from veterans on a swing through the Roanoke Valley Gene Marrano April 16, 2025 1 min read Historic train photos at the Taubman, art at The Eye and Roanoque Baroque on Good Friday Gene Marrano April 16, 2025 2 min read Virginia Tech holds annual remembrance for victims of April 16 tragedy Ian Price April 16, 2025