Warner: raising debt ceiling avoids big financial problems Gene Marrano October 8, 2021 1 minute read Sen. Mark Warner US Senate yesterday voted to raise the debt ceiling, at least until December, so that the US can continue to pay its bills. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: New statewide polls show tightening race for governorNext: Brew at the Zoo returns tomorrow night Related Stories The Market on Melrose gaining a following in northwest Roanoke – but still in the red at this point Gene Marrano March 18, 2026 0 Radford professor offers March Madness bracket strategy ahead of NCAA Tournament Ian Price March 17, 2026 0 Greater Williamson Road Area Business Association rolls out Restaurant Week Gene Marrano March 17, 2026 0