Governor Northam takes victory lap after both state chambers turn blue Gene Marrano November 6, 2019 1 min read Gov. Ralph Northam Roughly nine months after almost having to go underground because of the “Blackface” scandal, Governor Ralph Northam is taking a victory lap in the wake of the Democrat’s wins across the state. WFIR’s Rob Ruthenberg has this report. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Villa Heights Rec Center is reborn as a non-profit hubNext: Dawgs head coach on team’s slow start and new players joining team Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025