West End Walk series combines physical activity and culture for kids Gene Marrano June 17, 2019 1 minute read They’re calling it a blend of physical activity with an arts and cultural experience – a first for some young children. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports on this summer’s first “West End Walk”: Share: Post navigation Previous: Police seek 71-year-old man for eluding troopers in two chasesNext: Study: Virginia ranks well among states for children’s well being Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026