Democrats win some, lose some in City Council race Gene Marrano May 4, 2016 1 minute read Democrats won two seats and almost took another in yesterday’s Roanoke City Council election. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has a recap: Share: Post navigation Previous: UPDATE: Police name suspect in custody for fatal downtown Roanoke shootingNext: Political newcomer, Incumbents win tight Salem City Council election Related Stories Multi-unit development in the City of Roanoke overcomes legal challenge Gene Marrano June 4, 2026 National D-Day Memorial marks 82nd anniversary Ian Price June 3, 2026 RBT’s Sleeping Beauty, Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, Paint Fincastle this weekend Gene Marrano June 3, 2026