New study boosts energy development Gene Marrano July 7, 2015 1 minute read Associated Press photo Pro-energy policies could fuel the U.S. economy but excessive regulation will kill jobs … the president of the Virginia Petroleum Council weighs in on a new study … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Future plans for N&W 611Next: Missing Teen, convicted sex offender in custody Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026