Verge is now the Innovation Alliance Gene Marrano March 20, 2025 1 min read Erin Burcham – submitted A new name, but the mission remains the same – expanding the local tech economy. “The Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance,” is the new branding for VERGE, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Ice bumper cars and public skating return to Berglund CenterNext: Botetourt County Parks and Rec launches new interactive map highlighting its outdoor amenities Related Stories 1 min read Huddle Up Moms stages 4th annual Taco Fest fundraiser Gene Marrano September 3, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Police searching for suspect connected to an armed robbery in the Crystal Spring area Clark Palmer September 2, 2025 2 min read Roanoke College: President’s 25 initiative tops $1 million in cash and commitments for endowed student financial aid Clark Palmer September 2, 2025