Tips on coping with spring allergies from LewisGale doctor Gene Marrano March 28, 2016 1 minute read Been sniffling more lately or feeling congested? In many cases its allergies brought on by spring tree blooms. A local allergist weighs in. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: UPDATE:Pilot of small plane injured in Pittsylvania County crash, passengers unharmedNext: Ospreys return to SML nest, so why can’t you watch them raise chicks this year? Related Stories New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026