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 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025