Opioid crisis prompts Public Health Emergency Gene Marrano November 22, 2016 1 minute read The timing was deliberate as far-flung families in many cases gather for the Thanksgiving holiday – the opioid addiction crisis in Virginia needs more attention. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Teachers at Hurt Park get Thanksgiving mealsNext: McDonnell in Lynchburg as supporters contribute to his legal defense fund Related Stories U.S., Israel launch combat operations in Iran Gene Marrano February 28, 2026 0 Roanoke County secures $6.3 million for McAfee Knob trailhead upgrades Web Staff February 27, 2026 0 Virginia consumers are more upbeat about the economy Gene Marrano February 27, 2026 0