Roanoke College poll shows optimism on economy Gene Marrano June 3, 2015 1 minute read The numbers look promising … a new Roanoke College poll shows Virginians are feeling upbeat about the economy … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: New role for former Virginia Cares-TAP job placement specialistNext: Angels of Assisi takes 28 Maltese dogs from hoarder in West Virginia Related Stories Coffee truck owner frustrated with code enforcement in Roanoke City Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0 A new playground at the Williamson Road Library – Plaza de Esperanza – cuts a ribbon Gene Marrano March 27, 2026 0 State Republican lawmakers call for temporary suspension of Commonwealth’s gas tax Clark Palmer March 27, 2026 0