NYC comic playing Roanoke this weekend has local roots Ian Price February 12, 2019 1 min read A national comedian who’s headlining a show in Roanoke this weekend actually grew up not far down the road in Buena Vista. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: A link to more information about the show can be found by clicking here About the Author Ian Price Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: UVA bounces back; Tech struggling without RobinsonNext: Tech professor urges Northam to listen and learn on racial issues Related Stories 1 min read Healthy Hearts Initiative encourages local residents take better care of themselves Gene Marrano July 31, 2025 1 min read Danville City Councill member set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder AP July 31, 2025 3 min read Norwich Recreation Center reopens with new mission to curb youth violence Gene Marrano July 30, 2025