Washington Park is focus of community meeting Gene Marrano June 2, 2014 1 min read Roanoke City has been upgrading neighborhood parks and adding new ones – like at Countryside. Now the Parks and Recreation Department wants to focus on improvements at Washington Park. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports on a community meeting tonight: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Va. GOP convention in Roanoke this weekNext: VT research lab in India will explore energy sources that include train vibrations Related Stories 3 min read Commanders’ throwback uniforms fuel debate over name, stadium future Ian Price July 14, 2025 1 min read A changing of the guard at Southwest Virginia Ballet Gene Marrano July 14, 2025 1 min read Jefferson Center unveils eclectic new season, announces ticket dates Ian Price July 11, 2025