Consumer Sentiment survey reflects reality – and optimism Gene Marrano May 22, 2020 1 min read The numbers are grim – almost 39 million new unemployment claims since March for example – and while the latest Consumer Sentiment survey reflects the pandemic-related downturn there is hope beneath the surface. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carter Bank & Trust donates over $72,000 to VA and NC food banksNext: Wanted: 1,300 Virginia COVID-fighting contact tracers Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 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