Ed Gillespie live on WFIR: opioid epidemic, health care, taxes Evan Jones July 12, 2017 1 min read Ed Gillespie Republican candidate for Governor Ed Gillespie spoke live with WFIR this morning, addressing topics that included his proposal to combat Virginia’s opioid epidemic, health care and taxes and transportation funding. Here is the full interview: Share: Post navigation Previous: State police investigating man struck by van while riding lawn mowerNext: High temperatures can be dangerous for children, vehicles, and drivers Related Stories 2 min read From Red Sox to RidgeYaks: Salem’s minor league team unveils new identity Ian Price November 8, 2025 1 min read Roanoke airport feels effects of longest U.S. government shutdown Web Staff November 7, 2025 1 min read Huddle Up Moms co-founder honored as Social Entrepreneur of the Year by JA Gene Marrano November 6, 2025