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: Share: Post navigation 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 Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025 1 min read Narrow 2023 loss turns into victory for Lily Franklin in Virginia’s 41st District Web Staff November 5, 2025 1 min read McNamara will return to Richmond; says he can work with Democrats Gene Marrano November 5, 2025
