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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts 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 GoFest turns 15 this weekend in downtown Roanoke and at Explore Park Gene Marrano October 13, 2025 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025
