Plaza at Higher Ed Center aproved Gene Marrano January 22, 2020 1 minute 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 The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0