Registration open for 2016 Backpack Run Starr Anderson March 2, 2016 1 min read The 3rd Annual Backpack Run is scheduled for March 19 at Green Hill Park. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more details about the 5K: To register for the run click here. For general information about the run click here. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke County Police promise unbiased probe of fatal shooting; not yet releasing officers’ namesNext: Virginia GOP primary results differ widely by region Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke City residents celebrate new mayor Denise Membreno March 14, 2025 1 min read Urban Baby Beginnings cuts ribbon on Roanoke health hub Gene Marrano March 13, 2025 1 min read Thousands expected downtown this weekend to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Denise Membreno March 13, 2025