Roanoke City launches economic “cluster” with focus on support and inclusion Gene Marrano March 15, 2018 1 min read Strengthening Roanoke’s ties to the “Innovation Corridor” and other economic drivers in the valley had led to a new focus group spearheaded by the City Manager. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Big changes for minor league baseball – including in SalemNext: Suetterlein: budget process is not the place to consider Medicaid expansion Related Stories 1 min read Sidewalk Sale returns to downtown Roanoke Gene Marrano August 19, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Police officials discuss crime data center Clark Palmer August 19, 2025 4 min read Spanberger lead over Earle-Sears narrows Clark Palmer August 19, 2025