Plaza at Higher Ed Center aproved Gene Marrano January 22, 2020 1 min read Roanoke City Council had delayed a decision from an earlier meeting after some residents in the Gainsboro area objected but last night it paved the way for a pedestrian plaza with a “yes” vote. WFIR’s Gene Marrano with an update: Share: Post navigation Previous: Poll shows overwhelming support for some gun bills — but not allNext: GO Virginia Region 2 celebrates first group of grantees Related Stories 1 min read Pulaski County Motorsports Park to reopen in 2026 Web Staff December 15, 2025 0 2 min read Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus Ian Price December 13, 2025 0 1 min read Bedford County Sheriff’s Office prepares for record-breaking Toys for Kids drive delivery Web Staff December 12, 2025 0