Survey shows young students have tried heroin Gene Marrano December 5, 2017 1 min read A biennial survey given to Roanoke City School students found more than 150 of them have used heroin – including sixth and eighth graders. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Advantages of apps leads transition away from computers, local expert saysNext: Falwell, Jr. endorses Corey Stewart for U.S. Senate Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025