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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts 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 Cigar Lounge preparing to open in Downtown Roanoke Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 2 min read Salem VA Health Care System receives top scores in latest CMS hospital ratings Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 1 min read Local woman advocates for other childhood cancer survivors experiencing late effects of cancer treatment Denise Membreno September 5, 2025