One Billion Rising takes a stand against violence towards women and girls Gene Marrano February 8, 2019 1 minute read Here in Roanoke and around the world on Sunday, people will stand up and speak out against violence towards women and girls. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more about “One Billion Rising”: Share: Post navigation Previous: Lawmakers reach deal that would return $976M to taxpayersNext: Northam tells cabinet he will not resign Related Stories Roanoke County Police investigating after multi-vehicle crash on Franklin Road Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Ella Langley to perform at the Salem Civic Center in June Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Roanoke revises trash schedule, urges sidewalk clearing after storm Ian Price February 2, 2026 0