West End Center welcomes new director amidst non-profit challenges Gene Marrano June 19, 2020 1 min read Amanda Nastiuk-West End Center The new executive director of the West End Center for Youth is right where she though she would be – ten years after graduating from Roanoke College. She takes over at a difficult time for many smaller non-profits, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke municipal offices to close in observance of JuneteenthNext: 31 new coronavirus cases attributed to the Roanoke Valley Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025