Roanoke listed as high-tech destination by national publication Gene Marrano May 6, 2016 1 min read In late April an Entrepreneur Magazine writer listed Roanoke as one possible alternative to Silcon Valley for high-tech startups. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Rick Mast: safer NASCAR means younger drivers more likely to take more risksNext: Dog dies in early morning Roanoke house fire Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025