The Commonwealth Games of Virginia are now 25 years old Gene Marrano June 12, 2014 1 min read Olympic Medalist Chad Hedrick The Commonwealth Games of Virginia are now 25 years old … and another prominent speaker is set for the “Main Games” weekend in Roanoke next month. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Some veterans may not eligible for VA benefitsNext: Local playwright wins national theatre honor; Franklin Co. fundraiser to help her get there Related Stories 1 min read Cigar Lounge preparing to open in Downtown Roanoke Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 2 min read Salem VA Health Care System receives top scores in latest CMS hospital ratings Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 1 min read Local woman advocates for other childhood cancer survivors experiencing late effects of cancer treatment Denise Membreno September 5, 2025