VDOT to co-host a Hackathon and Idea Jam in Roanoke Gene Marrano August 14, 2018 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: WDBJ to own second local station, present more newscastsNext: VT prof: Constantly checking work emails at home leads to health issues 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