Welding as art – encouraging students to consider it as a trade Gene Marrano May 3, 2024 1 minute read “Experienced welders needed” – there’s often been a shortage and now a 3rd annual student “sculpted art contest,” that involves arc welding comes to a close at Black Dog Salvage this weekend. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Stamp Out Hunger returns to mailbox donationsNext: Hope Over Hate is timely discussion this Thursday Related Stories United Way cuts ribbon on new home in SW Roanoke County Gene Marrano April 14, 2026 State asks you to hold off outdoor burning until May Evan Jones April 14, 2026 Messaging expert says referendum ads are designed to confuse Evan Jones April 14, 2026