50-50 split possible in House will mean power sharing says local delegate Gene Marrano December 20, 2017 1 minute read A delegates race recount in Newport News first flipped to Democrats has now been declared a tie – but several recounts could still mean a 50-50 split along party lines – and a new political reality as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Fitzpatrick: Changes coming to 611 excursionsNext: Bedrosian says he has “no regrets” at last board meeting Related Stories Ronald McDonald House of Southwest Virginia and other “Houses,” want to make sure people understand their mission. Gene Marrano May 22, 2026 Roanoke mayor addresses budget cuts, FLOCK surveillance technology Ian Price May 22, 2026 Vinton acquires properties damaged in 2022 fire to support revitalization efforts Web Staff May 22, 2026