Skatepark advocates hold fundraiser Gene Marrano March 24, 2016 1 min read A group of local skateboarder pushing for a new venue in Roanoke will raise money for the cause on Saturday. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Wildfire burns estimated 150 acres; firefighting efforts far from overNext: New child care website up and running 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