Virginia Technology Today: Broadband Authority’s Frank Smith Gene Marrano March 12, 2020 1 min read Virginia Tech Today hosts Eddie Amos and Kim Blair Frank Smith talks about expanding the Roanoke Valley Broadband Authority’s fiber optic high speed network – and welcoming private carriers aboard the open access system: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: St. Patrick’s Parade, Shamrock Festival in Roanoke canceledNext: Roanoke City cancels events in coronavirus response Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025