A consumer sentiment report has just come out Rob Ruthenberg August 30, 2021 1 minute read The Virginia Consumer Sentiment and Inflation Expectations Report conducted by Roanoke College saw a dramatic drop in the overall optimism regarding the economy and a lack of confidence in consumer spending . More from WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg. Share: Post navigation Previous: Volunteers, blood headed to regions impacted by Hurricane IdaNext: Roanoke Police investigating after shots fired at area hotel Related Stories Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026