Could mask mandates be a thing of the past soon? Gene Marrano January 25, 2022 1 min read Photo: Virginia Tech Could we see an end to mask mandates- not only in schools but other public places soon? A local health district director says we’re heading that way. WFIR’s More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: One person injured after shooting at Roanoke apartment complexNext: UVA bounces back after weekend loss; VT falls again 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