Many Virginians will spend more money this year for Christmas Gene Marrano November 29, 2022 1 minute read A majority of Virginians responding to a recent Roanoke College phone survey say they will spend more this holiday season when buying for others – or themselves. And its not just about inflation, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Non-profit to put on a remembrance event in Craig CountyNext: One dead after brush fire near Roanoke park Related Stories Carilion, FBRI host workshop on latest treatment options for some forms of cancer Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 Miss Virginia, Miss Virginia’s Teen competition this weekend at Berglund Center Gene Marrano June 26, 2026 2026 Fourth of July fireworks guide: Roanoke, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake and Southwest Virginia Ian Price June 26, 2026