Current inflation rate is principally a supply chain issue says economist Gene Marrano January 17, 2022 1 min read Alice Kassens Roanoke College photo It may be the 3rd quarter before an inflation rate that hasn’t been this high since the Reagan Administration and gas shortages of that era comes down considerably says an economist from Roanoke College. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Youngkin, GOP begin governing Virginia this weekNext: Honor Dr. King with day of service says local business CEO Related Stories 1 min read Roanoke Arts Commission launches 2025 Arts Connect Neighbors Catalog with 60 free workshops Web Staff July 25, 2025 1 min read Carilion Children’s Pediatric in Rocky Mount relocates to bigger space Gene Marrano July 24, 2025 1 min read Virginia Diverse Chamber of Commerce hosts 6th annual Community Beautification Day on Saturday at Eureka Park Web Staff July 24, 2025