Prevention Alliance warns of youth marijuana use Gene Marrano September 25, 2018 1 min read While the number of states that have legalized recreational marijuana use continues to grow a local coalition is asking parents to tell their children its not okay – for their sake. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: ACS Discovery Shop celebrates milestone in MonetaNext: Jackson out for VT; 2nd best female raquetball player is from Roanoke Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025