VDOT to co-host a Hackathon and Idea Jam in Roanoke Gene Marrano August 14, 2018 1 minute read Data and technology has changed the way many organizations do business – and VDOT wants to make that point as well during a “Hackathon and Idea Jam” later this week in Roanoke. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: WDBJ to own second local station, present more newscastsNext: VT prof: Constantly checking work emails at home leads to health issues Related Stories Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today Web Staff April 24, 2026 Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026