Rural broadband expansion – as more work, learn and play at home Gene Marrano April 17, 2020 1 min read The recent surge of people sent home to work, learn or play online with social distancing restrictions due to the Coronavirus may also expose where shortcomings in the nation’s broadband network must be addressed. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Drumstick Dash registration opens early to raise Rescue Mission fundsNext: With more of us at home, more are adopting pets 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