TAP’s Black History Celebration has a different focus this year Gene Marrano February 7, 2019 1 min read A Black History Month Celebration that honors the “Hidden Jewels of the Roanoke Valley” features a soul food lunch and awards. More on TAP’s “new twist” for a 3-decade tradition from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Lack of Brexit deal being felt VirginiaNext: Denton: Virginia’s top Dems are casualties of their own party’s creations Related Stories 1 min read Latest Wason Center survey of likely voters shows statewide Democratic ticket still leads for Gov.-Lt. Gov.-AG Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra opens its new season with a Disco pops concert – and Beethoven’s outdoor musings Gene Marrano October 6, 2025 1 min read Roanoke nonprofit seeks final donations to support affordable housing projects Web Staff October 6, 2025