Reserve 9-1-1 for true emergencies this weekend Gene Marrano September 12, 2018 1 min read Roanoke City 9-1-1 department manager Sonya Roman is asking residents to make sure they only dial that number if there is a true emergency as potential heavy rains are forecast. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: All those storm drains; Roanoke tries to clear debris before the rainsNext: Be prepared says Red Cross 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