8th district challenger says she will “listen” first Gene Marrano June 11, 2019 1 min read Darlene Lewis – FB photo In an 8th district that has skewed Republican a Democratic challenger has stepped forward to take on GOP incumbent delegate Joe McNamara this November. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Sheriff’slegacy hope: he worked to protect children from on-line predatorsNext: Virginia tourism industry reports revenue increase in 2018 Related Stories 1 min read Your vote can make Roanoke the BEST destination for Fall colors Gene Marrano August 12, 2025 2 min read Roanoke delegate calls antisemitism claims ‘silly season’ politics Ian Price August 11, 2025 1 min read VBR sees solid visitation growth numbers in 2024, in early 2025 also Gene Marrano August 11, 2025