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 Congressman Ben Cline on redistricting, DHS funding, the SAVE Act and the upcoming State of the Union address Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0 “A well-respected gentleman”: VT grounds coordinator reflects on the legacy of Wes Worsham Web Staff February 20, 2026 0 Digital campaign on a “modest” budget leads VBR to record numbers during Fall/Holiday marketing blitz Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0