Roanoker moving to Iraq to aid war-torn refugees Gene Marrano May 8, 2019 1 min read Phil Cahoun in Iraq-FB photo A major life change is upcoming for a Roanoker moving to northern Iraq – where he says ISIS is still impacting people’s lives. And this time he’s going back with help from a local non-profit, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke City jail inmate found hanging in cell, dies five days laterNext: Where our electricity will come from; Apco lays out 15-year plan Related Stories 1 min read Jefferson Center unveils eclectic new season, announces ticket dates Ian Price July 11, 2025 1 min read Banana Ball weekend begins at Salem Memorial Ballpark tonight Web Staff July 11, 2025 1 min read Virginia is the 4th Best State for Business according to CNBC Clark Palmer July 10, 2025