Verge is now the Innovation Alliance Gene Marrano March 20, 2025 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation 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 David Bowers looks to run again for City Council seat Gene Marrano May 7, 2026 Roanoke Mountain Adventures moving over to Black Dog Salvage later this year Gene Marrano May 7, 2026 Southwest Virginia Ballet celebrates 35 years with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Emma Thomas May 7, 2026
