Could Delta variant could lead to mask mandates where vax rates are low? Gene Marrano July 7, 2021 1 min read Dr. Cynthia Morrow/VDH-VT photo Not ALL the mask mandates are gone – and there’s a possibility the Delta variant could lead to localized mandates if not enough people get the COVID vaccine. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke City Councilman indicted for felony embezzlementNext: Carilion joins nationwide depression study 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