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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Va. GOP convention in Roanoke this weekNext: VT research lab in India will explore energy sources that include train vibrations Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025