Vaccines now available locally for those 6 mos.-5 years old Gene Marrano June 22, 2022 1 min read Young children between 6 months and 5 years old do NOT get COVID-19 at the same rates as older people – but there have been hospitalizations and even deaths in that age range. Now there are two approved vaccines, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: State Police identify victim of fatal crash in Botetourt CountyNext: Hokies coach says better in-state recruiting is a must Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025