9th District hopefuls face off in primary next week Gene Marrano June 5, 2018 1 minute read Its an uphill battle no matter who wins the 9th Congressional District Democratic primary next Tuesday – with Republican incumbent Morgan Griffith waiting in the wings. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more about one contender, Justin Santopietro: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia Tech researchers work to stop spread of lanternflyNext: Companies still busy helping homeowners deal with water damage Related Stories RPD Arrests Man for Fatal Hit and Run Crash in Northeast Clark Palmer April 1, 2026 0 Art exhibit opening receptions; Roanoque Baroque Good Friday concert, Little Shop of Horrors at Radford U. Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0 United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is seeking more Local Heroes Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0