The Making Foundation trying to “Make the Most” during COVID-19 shutdown Gene Marrano May 12, 2020 1 minute read “Empowering through making” is how the founder and executive director of The Making Foundation terms what the small non-profit does. Now the staff has found a new way to keep in touch with students. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano. Share: Post navigation Previous: Northam: Most but not all of Va set for Phase I reopening FridayNext: VDH reporting 41 new COVID-19 related deaths Related Stories Code Orange: Wildfire smoke, 95-degree heat trigger Roanoke Valley alerts Ian Price July 17, 2026 Mountain Bike National Championships continue through Sunday; attracted former NBA great last weekend Gene Marrano July 16, 2026 Roanoke VIA Day School has new playground designed for students with autism Gene Marrano July 15, 2026