Parkway needs cleanup before marathon in two weeks Gene Marrano April 1, 2016 1 min read The Roanoke Valley is looking to put its best foot forward during the Blue Ridge Marathon in two weeks. That includes picking up litter beforehand as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: VDOT holds public meeting on scored projectsNext: Clean Power Plan rally in Roanoke tomorrow Related Stories 1 min read VBR saw record numbers in 2024; ahead of that pace so far in 2025 Gene Marrano September 10, 2025 1 min read RSO Under the Stars, more Sylvia, Opera Roanoke – and History is Served Gene Marrano September 10, 2025 1 min read Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross is back this weekend Gene Marrano September 9, 2025