Roanoke now part of an “ecosystem” designed to grow business sector Gene Marrano December 4, 2018 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Hokies head to Military BowlNext: Former Reagan staffer offers different take on George HW Bush Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke Valley home sale average price tops $400,000 for first time Evan Jones August 25, 2025 1 min read Good Samaritan Hospice to expand services and reach Denise Membreno August 25, 2025 1 min read The changing landscape of college football Denise Membreno August 22, 2025