Roanoke Author Invasion draws big crowds Gene Marrano April 6, 2018 1 min read There’s an invasion coming to Roanoke this weekend – but no worries, its just writers and loyal fans. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on the “Roanoke Author Invasion.” Share: Post navigation Previous: Deadlock breaker? Key Republican shows Medicaid expansion supportNext: Changes at Richmond Speedway, Caps facing playoff history Related Stories 1 min read Franklin gets Beamer’s “blessing” before taking VT coaching job Web Staff November 21, 2025 0 2 min read Roanoke City Police partner with US Marshals Service for warrant operation Clark Palmer November 21, 2025 0 1 min read Bedford to dedicate new Vietnam veterans memorial Saturday Web Staff November 21, 2025 0