Federal government shutdown blame game involves VA Senator Ian Price December 24, 2018 1 minute read As of midnight Saturday, a partial government shutdown went into effect – one that could last until 2019. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: FloydFest 19 announces partial lineup; more news later this weekNext: South Carolina coach sizes up UVA before Belk Bowl Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026