Rise of remote working helps to lure more people here from the big city Gene Marrano August 31, 2020 1 minute read The boom and acceptance of teleworking – and the presence of COVID-19 outbreaks in more populated regions could bring more of the sought-after talented professionals to the Roanoke Valley. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an update: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke City’s overall coronavirus case count hits 1,200Next: Pool boy details allegations against Jerry Falwell Jr., his wife Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026
