Spend money wisely on gifts this holiday season Gene Marrano December 4, 2023 1 min read The Freedom First Financial Empowerment Center at Crossroads on Hershberger Road is open to all area residents at no cost. With the Holiday shopping season here, its a good time to think about money management. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke Police officer wounded during shootingNext: Great Expectations assists fostered students at Virginia Western Related Stories 1 min read Consumer sentiment ticks up – tariffs impact not yet felt in full says RC economics professor Gene Marrano August 29, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Sheriff Antonio Hash responds to accusations brought by his opponent Clark Palmer August 29, 2025 1 min read Local race for delegate may be among most competitive statewide Evan Jones August 29, 2025