State of the County address held this morning Gene Marrano November 10, 2017 1 minute read Joe McNamara at podium/WFIR Gene Marrano Local business, government and civic leaders came together today for the Regional Chamber’s annual breakfast. WFIR’s Gene Marrano was there as they got an update on Roanoke County: Share: Post navigation Previous: Staffing issues ahead of restaurant’s opening next monthNext: UPDATE: All options for Cave Spring High students are back on the table Related Stories Ronald McDonald House of Southwest Virginia and other “Houses,” want to make sure people understand their mission. Gene Marrano May 22, 2026 Roanoke mayor addresses budget cuts, FLOCK surveillance technology Ian Price May 22, 2026 Vinton acquires properties damaged in 2022 fire to support revitalization efforts Web Staff May 22, 2026