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 Carilion, FBRI host workshop on latest treatment options for some forms of cancer Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 Miss Virginia, Miss Virginia’s Teen competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 2026 Fourth of July fireworks guide: Roanoke, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake and Southwest Virginia Ian Price June 26, 2026