Roanoke is crafting an Economic Development Strategic Plan Gene Marrano July 26, 2022 1 minute read The City of Roanoke is crafting an Economic Development Strategic Plan it says will be a first – with input from outside consultants – and the general public. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Watch for this phone scam says local State Police officeNext: Licensing hours of barbers and cosmetologists cut Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026