Signs of progress for Roanoke County business growth Gene Marrano April 24, 2015 1 min read An expanding manufacturing company that has moved to larger quarters in Roanoke County could be a harbinger of improving economic conditions … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Report: Hotel Roanoke economic impact tops $600 million since reopening 20 years agoNext: RAM House reopens after flood 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