Gillespie taking no chances despite lead in polls Gene Marrano June 8, 2017 1 minute read Ed Gillespie As the primary for governor draws near Republican frontrunner Ed Gillespie says he’s still on the campaign trail. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Click below to hear a full-length interview with Ed Gillespie Share: Post navigation Previous: See a problem that needs Roanoke City attention? Now you can tweet it to themNext: Vinton’s Mingle opens to people under 21, debuts Saturday Related Stories The Tiny Cargo Company has big plans for its scale up at new facility Gene Marrano February 23, 2026 0 Roanoke College Poll: Virginians support tougher gun laws but doubt the impact Clark Palmer February 23, 2026 0 Virginia Tech to host Afghan female soldiers and student author for storytelling event Web Staff February 23, 2026 0