Roanoke City joins cohort focused on integrating immigrants into economy Gene Marrano January 10, 2019 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: STUDY: Maryland affected more than Virginia by shutdownNext: Ex-W&L student sues counselor after trying to kill himself Related Stories 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025