Roanoke County board chairman stresses business growth Gene Marrano November 26, 2015 1 min read As 2015 winds down the current chairman for the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors has issued a challenge concerning economic development. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: If you’re deep-frying that turkey, some things to remember to avoid burns — or damage to your homeNext: Rescue Mission toy drive finds new angels Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025