Use common sense to avoid phone scams Gene Marrano June 27, 2019 1 min read Your best defense against internet and phone scams may just be common sense. As WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports local law enforcement is doing everything they can to combat the problem. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Suspects connected to the murder of Carilion doctor in custodyNext: At the Movies: Toy Story 4 Related Stories 1 min read Cigar Lounge preparing to open in Downtown Roanoke Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 2 min read Salem VA Health Care System receives top scores in latest CMS hospital ratings Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 1 min read Local woman advocates for other childhood cancer survivors experiencing late effects of cancer treatment Denise Membreno September 5, 2025