Signs of Roanoke region housing rebound offer hope of economic lift Evan Jones October 10, 2012 1 minute read There are initial signs of a moderate housing rebound in the region, and Roanoke area economic development officials say it offers some hope of an economic lift. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Case count continues to climb in meningitis outbreakNext: DRI adds economic development specialist Related Stories 1 minute read Salem-Roanoke Baseball Hall of Fame announces 5 new inductees, including RidgeYaks GM Gene Marrano December 22, 2025 0 1 minute read The Advancement Foundation rolls out Phase 2 at Innovation Accelerator in Buena Vista Gene Marrano December 22, 2025 0 1 minute read Record Virginia Holiday Travel Amidst Lowest Gas Prices In Four Years Web Staff December 22, 2025 0