Governor salutes The Guard, teachers and nurses Gene Marrano May 7, 2020 1 minute read Gov. Ralph Northam While those wanting to reopen the economy NOW protested by honking car horns in the streets outside the state capitol – Governor Northam gave an update on Virginia’s recovery from COVID-19 inside. WFIR’s Gene Marrano on yesterday’s briefing: Share: Post navigation Previous: State increases nursing home COVID testing with help from National GuardNext: Virginia Tech working on antibody testing Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026