Roanoke Police launch “Growth Through Opportunity” Gene Marrano November 10, 2014 1 min read The Roanoke City Police Department calls it the first in the country – a program will will sponsor for young people with special needs. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on “Growth through Opportunity.” About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Changing of the guard at Faith Christian SchoolNext: Local charity receives portion of leftover inaugural funds Related Stories 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 2 min read Teen sentenced following firearm incident at Franklin County High School Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 1 min read Virginia military wife calls on House Speaker Mike Johnson to pass bill to pay service members Clark Palmer October 9, 2025