Transitional home for women set to open in Roanoke Gene Marrano February 17, 2015 1 minute read Dorothy Owsley A house in southwest Roanoke rezoned by City Council as a place where women can readjust to normal life again after jail or prison will open soon … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Selling donuts at school fund-raisers may become legal again in Va.Next: Salem Rotary Club makes big donation Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026