Roanoke’s first inner-city swim team will host a special meet Gene Marrano July 17, 2014 1 min read Its the “Battle of the Roanoke Stars,” at the Washington Park pool this Saturday, a swim team fundraiser with city councilman Sherman Lea as Master of Ceremonies. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Lane closure on I81 North to affect morning commuteNext: Jefferson Center has announced the line-up for its 13th season Related Stories 1 min read Music by Carl Perkins, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash on the Trinkle Main Stage Denise Membreno September 16, 2025 1 min read Food Pantry Fundraiser Tour coming to Mountain View Community Garden this weekend Gene Marrano September 16, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025