Red Ribbon Week winners recognized with candlelight ceremony Gene Marrano November 9, 2018 1 minute read The annual “Red Ribbon Week” observance in local schools puts the spotlight on youth substance abuse. 24 area schools competed for Red Ribbon Awards – and six will be honored on Sunday as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Your chance to stock up on Greek goodies for the holidaysNext: Seven charged for multiple break-ins at same SML home Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026