Could low unemployment numbers scare prospects away? Gene Marrano August 24, 2018 1 minute read Could the lowest unemployment rate since August 2007 – 3 point 1 percent – and a record labor force expansion scare prospects away from the state and the region? WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with a local economic development specialist: Share: Post navigation Previous: Two more local teams gear up for high school football seasonNext: Poll: Virginians who support Trump say it’s for deeds, not words Related Stories Roanoke Council to vote Monday on FY 2026-27 budget after March revenue review Ian Price May 5, 2026 Daisy Art Parade adds a carnival this year at new location Gene Marrano May 5, 2026 Upcoming charity football game looks to honor Autumn Bushman Clark Palmer May 5, 2026
Could the lowest unemployment rate since August 2007 – 3 point 1 percent – and a record labor force expansion scare prospects away from the state and the region? WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with a local economic development specialist:
