Sex offender, teen found in Smyth County Gene Marrano July 7, 2015 1 min read An Amber Alert … almost a dozen local, state and federal agencies – and concerned citizens – helped lead to the capture of a known sex-offender and a teenaged girl this morning … WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Missing Teen, convicted sex offender in custodyNext: Police seek suspect for Rodeway Inn murder Related Stories 1 min read Mill Mountain Theatre reveals 2026 season, tickets on sale November 1st Web Staff October 17, 2025 1 min read The Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza – and the prospects for lasting peace. A local political scientist says all the players must be on board Gene Marrano October 17, 2025 1 min read Catawba’s iconic Homeplace restaurant to reopen in 2026 Ian Price October 17, 2025