United Way battles underlying social issues behind George Floyd protests Gene Marrano June 10, 2020 1 min read The death of George Floyd on the surface is about police tactics when confronting people of color – but underlying that action seen worldwide are social issues United Way of Roanoke Valley says it is addressing. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Northam says schools to gradually re-open when classes resumeNext: 4 new coronavirus cases attributed to Roanoke Valley Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025
