The Gauntlet is more encompassing this time Gene Marrano December 29, 2016 1 min read The “Gauntlet” competition staged by The Advancement Foundation is back for a third year – and more encompassing than ever as WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Man walking in woods found missing NJ woman, childNext: Vinton holding its annual New Year’s Eve gala Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025