Roanokers react to Deschutes coming here Gene Marrano March 23, 2016 1 min read It seemed like half of Roanoke turned up at the City Market building as the announcement about Deschutes Brewery coming to the Star City was made. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has some more reaction to the news made yesterday: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: UPDATE: Two attackers identified, one at large; death toll rises to 34 in Brussels attacksNext: Deschutes announcement expected to provide big boost to region in many ways Related Stories 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025 1 min read Suspect wanted in connection with fatal Northeast Roanoke shooting Clark Palmer September 8, 2025