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 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025