Many Virginians will spend more money this year for Christmas Gene Marrano November 29, 2022 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Non-profit to put on a remembrance event in Craig CountyNext: One dead after brush fire near Roanoke park Related Stories 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025