First Lady offers guidance on heating cost assistance Gene Marrano November 4, 2014 1 min read The weather is turning colder – and that means some will struggle to pay their heating bills. Virginia’s First Lady has advice for those seeking help, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano explains: Share: Post navigation Previous: Mersen USA to expand in Salem, adding 50 new jobsNext: Changing of the guard at Local Colors today 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