Roanoke Valley partners prepare for Florence Gene Marrano September 11, 2018 1 min read Hurricane Florence news conference/G Marrano photo WFIR A show of solidarity and regional cooperation this morning as localities gear up for potential heavy rain and flooding. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Appalachian Power prepares for Hurricane FlorenceNext: VT-ECU a no-go Saturday; Liberty’s game postponed Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025