Consumer poll shows promise Gene Marrano August 31, 2015 1 minute read Rising Consumer Sentiment is usually a harbinger of good times ahead and more spending, and a Roanoke College poll seems to indicate that trend, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia Tech Board of Visitors to hold meeting in ArlingtonNext: Vinton area man charged with stabbing, strangling woman Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0