Democratic Roanoke Senator takes on Independent challenger next week Ian Price October 30, 2019 1 min read Roanoke Democratic 21st District State Senator John Edwards is running for a seventh term in Richmond, running against Independent Steve Nelson in Tuesday’s election. WFIR’s Ian Price spoke with both candidates for this Longer Listen: About the Author Ian Price Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Vegas, baby! Roanoke airfares are not always more expensiveNext: Nats win Game 6; Williams still a ‘Skin Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025