Roanoke Symphony Orchestra launches school arts funding campaign to honor the late Rita Bishop Gene Marrano November 17, 2025 1 min read The late Dr. Rita Bishop served as Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools for 13 years and now the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra is creating a permanently endowed fund in her honor. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Joy Powers launches bid to challenge Rep. Morgan Griffith in Virginia’s 9th DistrictNext: Veteran Ken Mitchell announces campaign for 6th District Democratic nomination Related Stories 1 min read Carilion asking for help in making the Holidays brighter for inpatient children and teens Gene Marrano December 9, 2025 0 2 min read Delegate Rasoul Announces Preparations to Form Exploratory Committee for Congress Clark Palmer December 8, 2025 0 1 min read Franklin County nonprofit auctioning signed guitar to support wellness programs Web Staff December 8, 2025 0
