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: Post navigation Previous: Phone service providers: prepare for 10-digit local dialing soonNext: Cancel MVP continues efforts outside Roanoke Gas Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025