The bridge is back on Franklin Road Gene Marrano March 21, 2019 1 minute read After being out of commission for more than two years the Franklin Road Bridge into Roanoke’s Old Southwest neighborhood that was torn down and rebuilt will reopen tomorrow morning. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Mill Mountain Theatre 2019 previewNext: Roanoke Valley Gives celebrates record-breaking event Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026