Va811 virtual academy launched Gene Marrano January 11, 2021 1 min read Safety is the end game for all involved – and making it easier to get the information needed before digging – is the motivation for a new online “Academy” that makes its debut today. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: The Roanoke 100 Miler Kicks OffNext: Number of total coronavirus cases in Virginia surpasses 400,000 Related Stories 1 min read Huddle Up Moms co-founder honored as Social Entrepreneur of the Year by JA Gene Marrano November 6, 2025 1 min read United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge launches Emergency Relief Fund campaign Gene Marrano November 6, 2025 1 min read Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025