Lea will run again for Mayor Gene Marrano March 6, 2020 1 min read Sherman Lea Sr made it official today- He’s running again for mayor of Roanoke City. Lea made that announcement with around 100 supporters on hand at the Berglund Center; former Mayor David Bowers will challenge him as an independent. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Former City Clerk makes bid for Roanoke City Council, Price will not run againNext: Anita Price not running again for Roanoke City Council Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025