Youngkin believes business background will lead to victory in November Clark Palmer May 11, 2021 1 minute read Photo: Shawn Nowlin Virginia Republicans have selected their gubernatorial nominee, who they hope will end a losing streak in statewide races. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Despite pandemic 2021 Blue Ridge Marathon has record economic impactNext: T.A.P Books is moving to a new warehouse Related Stories New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026