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 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025