Allen campaigns in Roanoke ahead of presidential visit Evan Jones July 13, 2012 1 min read Both candidates for U.S. Senate have their eyes on Roanoke this week. Democrat Tim Kaine joins President Obama at tonight’s rally, and yesterday, Republican George Allen was here. WFIR’s Evan Jones spoke with Allen as he campaigned downtown. Share: Continue Reading Previous: White nose syndrome killing millions of batsNext: Tips for President’s Roanoke campaign event Related Stories 1 min read Save a life. Learn CPR Denise Membreno April 3, 2025 2 min read Wawa confirms Roanoke and Salem stores as Sheetz marks workplace milestone Ian Price April 2, 2025 1 min read Delphine Diallo in Roanoke Friday to open first US solo exhibit Denise Membreno April 2, 2025