World Cup stirs local soccer interest Gene Marrano July 3, 2015 1 min read The TV ratings have been strong nationally when the U.S. Women’s soccer team has competed in this year’s World Cup – and locally that impressive showing has encouraged more girls to take up the sport … WFIR’s Gene Marrano has the story: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Trucking group wants drivers to stay safe on the 4thNext: Unattended cooking blamed for Vinton fire that kills family dog Related Stories 1 min read A Virginia Tech professor reacts to the president’s statement blaming DEI for the fatal airline crash at Reagan International Airport. Denise Membreno January 31, 2025 3 min read UPDATE: 67 confirmed dead in Reagan National midair collision; recovery efforts continue Web Staff January 31, 2025 2 min read Roanoke College & NRCC partner to expand Rapid Maroons transfer program Ian Price January 30, 2025