Red Ribbon Week winners recognized with candlelight ceremony Gene Marrano November 9, 2018 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Your chance to stock up on Greek goodies for the holidaysNext: Seven charged for multiple break-ins at same SML home Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025