Star Tank tip-off featured some big ideas Gene Marrano May 19, 2015 1 min read The next Roanoke “Star Tank” featuring entrepreneurs looking for seed money and advice takes place in October … but at last week’s Tip-off a number of startups got some early pointers … WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on one “big idea”: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Preservationists: Sweet Briar buildings, land should be protected whether college closes or stays openNext: UPDATE: Man who eluded Vinton Police last week is now in custody Related Stories 1 min read The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association calls on Jay Jones to end campaign Clark Palmer October 8, 2025 3 min read Campbell County rejects data center as Botetourt prepares for Google’s water demands Ian Price October 8, 2025 3 min read What happens if AG candidate Jones drops out? Political expert warns of ballot chaos Ian Price October 8, 2025