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 United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026