Poll shows Virginians favor oil and natural gas production Gene Marrano March 11, 2016 1 minute read A new poll conducted for the Virginia Petroleum Council shows a strong majority in the Commonwealth favor offshore development of oil and natural gas resources. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: State Del. Glenn Davis to run for lieutenant governorNext: Salem Museum has special “talking exhibit” tonight Related Stories UW shows off new home at an upcoming open house Denise Membreno April 7, 2026 Lebanese Festival preparing to celebrate 25th anniversary Clark Palmer April 7, 2026 Kaine touts next round of funding for McAfee Knob parking lot improvements Gene Marrano April 6, 2026