Gillespie taking no chances despite lead in polls Gene Marrano June 8, 2017 1 min 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: Continue Reading 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 1 min read Open Studios Roanoke tour, RSO’s Portraits of America and storytelling festival at Camp Bethel Gene Marrano April 23, 2025 2 min read Chip of the Roanoke Valley unveils renovated headquarters to expand services Ian Price April 22, 2025 1 min read A sign of life on a distant planet? Gene Marrano April 22, 2025