Allen campaigns in Roanoke ahead of presidential visit Evan Jones July 13, 2012 1 min read Both candidates for U.S. Senate have their eyes on Roanoke this week. Democrat Tim Kaine joins President Obama at tonight’s rally, and yesterday, Republican George Allen was here. WFIR’s Evan Jones spoke with Allen as he campaigned downtown. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: White nose syndrome killing millions of batsNext: Tips for President’s Roanoke campaign event Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 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