Phase 1 of Virginia business reopening should start next week Gene Marrano May 5, 2020 1 min read Gov. Ralph Northam Barring an unforeseen circumstance Virginia’s retail economy will start its comeback with Phase 1 of a three-part approach next Friday. Details on Governor Northam’s announcement yesterday from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Northam plans to reopen many businesses late next weekNext: Griffith: U.S. must lessen dependence on foreign-made prescription drugs Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke College responds to claims made by Attorney General Jason Miyares Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Drug investigation in Bedford County leads to the seizure of $440,000 worth of narcotics Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Reports: Washington Commanders and WR Terry McLaurin reach deal on extension Clark Palmer August 25, 2025