Regional health district communicable disease expert disputes NY Times story on Roanoke Gene Marrano May 28, 2020 1 min read Dr Molly O’Dell- VT photo Part of a New York Times article that listed Roanoke as the “2nd most likely place for a COVID-19 outbreak” to happen next is being disputed by local doctors. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Zagster Bikeshare to end operations in Roanoke ValleyNext: GOP: Va governors have too many emergency powers for too long Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025