Charter school constitutional amendment fails in Senate Evan Jones February 16, 2016 1 minute read It looks like efforts to expand the role of charter school in Virginia will fail in this year’s General Assembly — and an area lawmaker was prominent in the debate. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Sherman Lea Sr. poised to become next Mayor of RoanokeNext: Coffee with a Cop scheduled tomorrow Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026