Roanoke adopts economic development strategic plan Gene Marrano December 23, 2022 1 min read A five-year economic development strategic plan created with the help of outside consultants is designed to encapsulate “goals and ambitions” for the City of Roanoke. It was approved this past Monday by City Council, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Federal spending bill could include first Medicare update since 1989Next: Roanoke boxing club at risk of losing space due to lease renewal confusion Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke delegate calls antisemitism claims ‘silly season’ politics Ian Price August 11, 2025 1 min read VBR sees solid visitation growth numbers in 2024, in early 2025 also Gene Marrano August 11, 2025 1 min read Miyares calls Democratic opponent “soft” on violent crime; challenger responds with public safety plan Web Staff August 11, 2025