Roanoke County Backpack Run features longer race option Gene Marrano February 28, 2022 1 min read The Backpack run at Green Hill Park is back for its ninth year with some changes, including a new, longer distance option. With the story, WFIR’s Caroline Moore. Register here Share: Continue Reading Previous: Runway 5K at ROA coming in MayNext: No retail sales of marijuana happening in VA this year Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke City Police investigating after car struck by gunfire Web Staff June 4, 2025 1 min read FEDUP gala welcomes Trayvon Martin’s mother as keynote speaker Gene Marrano June 3, 2025 2 min read New fiber option coming to Roanoke County following Lumos rebrand Web Staff June 3, 2025