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: 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 Race at Smith Mountain Lake State Park highlights the beauty of the park Denise Membreno April 4, 2025 1 min read Skills USA Virginia annual demos and competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano April 4, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City to be site of Hands Off protest Clark Palmer April 4, 2025
