Former Senator weighs in on VA backlog Gene Marrano May 26, 2014 1 min read Former Marine, author and ex-U.S. Virginia Senator Jim Webb is troubled by the long-standing case backlog issue that has plagued Veterans Administration hospitals for many years. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: D-Day Memorial to honor driving force behind its creationNext: Tax-free this week in Virginia: flashlights, duct tape, batteries and much more Related Stories 1 min read Cigar Lounge preparing to open in Downtown Roanoke Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 2 min read Salem VA Health Care System receives top scores in latest CMS hospital ratings Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 1 min read Local woman advocates for other childhood cancer survivors experiencing late effects of cancer treatment Denise Membreno September 5, 2025