Roanoke firefighters receive free custom orthotics during test Gene Marrano May 18, 2017 1 minute read A Roanoke-based manufacturer has come up with a novel way to put an updated product “through the ringer.” WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Vinton Wine & Food Festival to be held at Explore Park this SaturdayNext: UPDATE: Amber Alert canceled for missing 8 month old from Hampton 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