Roanoke area homeless count is down Gene Marrano March 13, 2017 1 min read For the 5th straight year homelessness in our region has declined. An annual Point in Time count for homeless persons in the Roanoke Region takes place every year in January. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Drones to compete autonomously in international challengeNext: Liberty planning research center at Bedford County facility Related Stories 1 min read Two polls show tightening races for statewide positions Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 1 min read Federal shutdown could mean delay for SNAP benefits in November Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 2 min read Local moving company’s third annual “Movers for Mutts” donation drive enters final weeks Ian Price October 21, 2025