Taxi drivers cry foul over new competition Gene Marrano January 2, 2015 1 minute read Technology Companies like Uber and Lfyt that compete with taxi cabs have been brought to the attention of Roanoke City Council. WFIR’s Alexis Manley has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Volunteers sought to help with Appomattox anniversaryNext: Mental health advocates seek relief for autistic Virginia inmate Related Stories The Jane Morgan Harris Daylily Garden at Richfield Salem honors female healthcare pioneer Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Nominations open for Kendig Arts and Culture Awards Gene Marrano June 23, 2026 Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026