Charter school constitutional amendment fails in Senate Evan Jones February 16, 2016 1 min 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. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Sherman Lea Sr. poised to become next Mayor of RoanokeNext: Coffee with a Cop scheduled tomorrow Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025