Roanoke City joins cohort focused on integrating immigrants into economy Gene Marrano January 10, 2019 1 minute read Roanoke has joined a select group of cities where the goal is developing strategies to integrate immigrants into the local economy – also fostering economic growth. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: STUDY: Maryland affected more than Virginia by shutdownNext: Ex-W&L student sues counselor after trying to kill himself Related Stories FDA Approves new Kidney Stone Treatment out of Virginia Tech Emma Thomas March 19, 2026 0 The Market on Melrose gaining a following in northwest Roanoke – but still in the red at this point Gene Marrano March 18, 2026 0 Radford professor offers March Madness bracket strategy ahead of NCAA Tournament Ian Price March 17, 2026 0