Cleaveland’s announcement = wide open 17th District race Timothy Martin May 17, 2011 1 minute read Republican Delegate Bill Cleaveland will not seek a second term in the 17th District citing family and business obligations. News/Talk 960’s Timothy Martin has reaction to the announcement and news of a potential candidate. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Cleaveland-Reaction-Wrap-1-WEB.mp3|titles=Cleaveland Reaction Wrap 1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Detective to receive national award for Brittany Smith caseNext: “Wheel of Fortune” tryouts come to Roanoke Related Stories New Study Ranks Virginia’s Public Schools 6th in the Nation Emma Thomas July 24, 2026 A local hero of the American Revolution is honored with a new exhibit by the Salem Museum & Historical Society Gene Marrano July 23, 2026 Plays, plays everywhere … and a closing night artist reception and lecture at Hollins Gene Marrano July 22, 2026