“Southern Lights,” seen last week could return in future Gene Marrano May 15, 2024 1 minute read The Northern Lights that suddenly became “Southern Lights,” last week – courtesy of increased solar activity – could produce a sequel if conditions are right by next summer. A Virginia Tech professor spoke to WFIR’s Gene Marrano about that: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Tempest at Attic Productions, Rockabilly at VMT and Broadway in RoanokeNext: Adverse effects portal launches as underage ER visits for cannabis decline Related Stories General Assembly approves assault weapons ban as legislative session winds down Clark Palmer March 11, 2026 0 Two plays open this weekend; 9 to 5 continues at MMT and two high schools combine forces for Cinderella – the Musical Gene Marrano March 11, 2026 0 Roanoke gears up for its annual St Patrick’s Day celebration Gene Marrano March 11, 2026 0