8th district challenger says she will “listen” first Gene Marrano June 11, 2019 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: Sheriff’slegacy hope: he worked to protect children from on-line predatorsNext: Virginia tourism industry reports revenue increase in 2018 Related Stories Governor defends existing Google data center deals amid Roanoke-area protests Ian Price April 30, 2026 Pediatric ABA Program for young children with autism arrives in Roanoke later this year Gene Marrano April 30, 2026 VA Drivers Raise $115,000 for the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Emma Thomas April 30, 2026