Skatepark advocates hold fundraiser Gene Marrano March 24, 2016 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: Wildfire burns estimated 150 acres; firefighting efforts far from overNext: New child care website up and running Related Stories Roanoke College men’s lacrosse team receives NCAA DIII Tournament bid Clark Palmer May 4, 2026 Walk & Roll to School Day a chance for city elementary school kids to hit the road – safely Gene Marrano May 4, 2026 Hollins University receives $10 million gift to support HOPE Scholarship program Web Staff May 4, 2026