Trinkle says he has the experience and energy to be Mayor Gene Marrano November 12, 2015 1 minute read Saying he has the time, energy and experience needed – with a City Council that could have as many as three new members next May – Dave Trinkle declared his candidacy for Mayor in Roanoke today. WFIR’s Gene Marrano was there: Share: Post navigation Previous: Trinkle announces candidacy for Roanoke MayorNext: Bond denied for 2 Va. men accused of plotting church attacks Related Stories Salem RidgeYaks to host inaugural fan fest tomorrow at Salem Memorial Ballpark Web Staff March 20, 2026 0 SupNoke launches as free Roanoke Valley event hub Ian Price March 19, 2026 0 New Roanoke coffee truck excited to be part of community that supports small business Clark Palmer March 19, 2026 0