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 1 min read AI steps in for candidate during unusual Virginia Lt. Gov. debate Web Staff October 24, 2025 1 min read W.E. Cundiff latest Roanoke County Public School to celebrate renovation and expansion Gene Marrano October 24, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke’s brand new The Exchange Music Hall hosting New Year’s Show with Grace Potter Clark Palmer October 24, 2025