Roanoke now part of an “ecosystem” designed to grow business sector Gene Marrano December 4, 2018 1 minute read Learning how other localities have grown their “innovation economy” – and telling them about success stories here – is one major reason Roanoke is now a member of the “City Innovation Ecosystem Program.” WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Hokies head to Military BowlNext: Former Reagan staffer offers different take on George HW Bush Related Stories Roanoke County enters spring with return of community favorite events Web Staff April 3, 2026 0 The Salem RidgeYaks – formerly the Red Sox – open up the 2026 Carolina League season tonight Gene Marrano April 2, 2026 0 Roanoke Valley Saves Week kicks off this Saturday with free financial wellness workshops to follow Emma Thomas April 2, 2026 0