Rescue Mission taking extra precautions with guests, staff, volunteers these days Gene Marrano April 6, 2020 1 min read Every day the Roanoke Rescue Mission welcomes several hundred people for a hot meal and for many, a bed at night. So what extra precautions are they taking in light of COVID-19? WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with the Rescue Mission’s CEO: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Fire damages Roanoke County homeNext: Tonight’s COVID-19 broadcast is historic Roanoke cooperative effort Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke College responds to claims made by Attorney General Jason Miyares Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Drug investigation in Bedford County leads to the seizure of $440,000 worth of narcotics Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Reports: Washington Commanders and WR Terry McLaurin reach deal on extension Clark Palmer August 25, 2025