Sandburg’s “Rootabaga Stories” are coming to Roanoke Gene Marrano June 2, 2015 1 min read An enchanted can opener … a blind man playing an accordion – and a blue rabbit … famed poet Carl Sandburg wrote the “Rootabaga” stories and now Mill Mountain Theatre is bringing them to life this summer… more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: See the schedule Share: Continue Reading Previous: Millions of Virginia vital records now digitized and indexedNext: Crimestoppers seeks help to solve Bedford County theft of large farm equipment, tools and more Related Stories 1 min read Dr. Robert “Bobby” Sandel leaves behind a legacy at VWCC Gene Marrano July 1, 2025 1 min read FloydFest25 Aurora July 23-27. Ticket prices go up July 1st Denise Membreno June 30, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City murder suspect in custody following manhunt Web Staff June 30, 2025