Kaine supports Appalachian Regional Commission Gene Marrano October 10, 2017 1 minute read Sen. Tim Kaine A regional commission that’s on the Trump Administration budget chopping block has Virginia’s junior US senator concerned. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on Tim Kaine and the Appalachian Regional Commission: Share: Post navigation Previous: Libertarian candidate weighs in on President’s endorsement in governor’s raceNext: Current, former vice presidents to campaign for Gillespie, Northam Related Stories RAM House day shelter focused on opening in new location by end of month. Gene Marrano June 17, 2026 Two Virginia Cities Take Spots among the Top 20 of a Nationwide ‘Best Run Cities’ Ranked List Emma Thomas June 17, 2026 Local political scientist says US-Iran deal looks to be a good step forward Gene Marrano June 16, 2026