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: Post navigation 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 Virginians will keep spending this holiday season – with some tweaks on what they purchase Gene Marrano November 26, 2025 0 1 min read RSO Holiday Pops, Best Christmas Pageant Ever, A Christmas Story at MMT … all coming soon Gene Marrano November 26, 2025 0 1 min read What is Brown Friday? Denise Membreno November 26, 2025 0