Consumer sentiment remains strong across the Commonwealth Gene Marrano November 25, 2014 1 minute read Consumer sentiment remains strong across the Commonwealth – according to a Roanoke College phone survey … that’s usually good news for retailers … WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with pollster and economics professor Alice Kassens: Share: Post navigation Previous: UVA students present united front as Board of Visitors meets today on sexual assaultNext: Va. election official calls for equipment review Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0