Kaine: have money in hand before committing to new VA Medical Center Gene Marrano March 17, 2022 1 min read A new report from the Department of Veterans Affairs recommends building a new VA Medical Center in the Roanoke Valley, and closing the current facility in Salem. Virginia’s Junior US Senator weighs in, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Phone service providers: prepare for 10-digit local dialing soonNext: Cancel MVP continues efforts outside Roanoke Gas 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