8th district challenger says she will “listen” first Gene Marrano June 11, 2019 1 min read Darlene Lewis – FB photo In an 8th district that has skewed Republican a Democratic challenger has stepped forward to take on GOP incumbent delegate Joe McNamara this November. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Sheriff’slegacy hope: he worked to protect children from on-line predatorsNext: Virginia tourism industry reports revenue increase in 2018 Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025