Site expert on why VA is good for business Gene Marrano July 11, 2019 1 min read For the 5th time in its 13 years – but the first since 2011 – Virginia has been ranked as the “Top Business State” by CNBC. A consultant who has helped land major companies in the Commonwealth spoke to WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke ranked 15th best city for first time home buyers nationwideNext: Floyd Energy Fest returns this weekend Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025