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 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026 ECPI’s Roanoke Campus to Host Summer Resource Festival on June 20th Emma Thomas June 17, 2026 Romeo & Juliet at Bear Theatre, FloydFest lineup is set, one last classical concert this weekend Gene Marrano June 17, 2026