Holiday shopping season looks good from consumer’s POV Gene Marrano November 26, 2019 1 min read Retailers should be feeling pretty good as the Christmas holiday shopping season gets underway. That’s according to the latest Virginia Consumer Sentiment survey from Roanoke College, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carilion to build $100 million cancer treatment centerNext: Local Chambers urge consumers to “Shop Small” on Saturday Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025