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.” About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Deadlock breaker? Key Republican shows Medicaid expansion supportNext: Changes at Richmond Speedway, Caps facing playoff history Related Stories 1 min read GoFest turns 15 this weekend in downtown Roanoke and at Explore Park Gene Marrano October 13, 2025 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025