The Blood Connection expands to Virginia with Roanoke facility Ian Price March 26, 2024 1 minute read A new partner for Carilion to ensure that everyone who needs blood can get it cut the ribbon today in Roanoke. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. The Blood Connection ribbon cutting in Roanoke. Share: Post navigation Previous: VT Women’s coach leaves for KentuckyNext: McAfee Knob trailhead bridge: it takes a village says Sen. Kaine Related Stories Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026 Roanoke Fashion Week Returns Emma Thomas April 22, 2026