Lea will run again for Mayor Gene Marrano March 6, 2020 1 minute read Sherman Lea Sr made it official today- He’s running again for mayor of Roanoke City. Lea made that announcement with around 100 supporters on hand at the Berglund Center; former Mayor David Bowers will challenge him as an independent. Share: Post navigation Previous: Former City Clerk makes bid for Roanoke City Council, Price will not run againNext: Anita Price not running again for Roanoke City Council Related Stories Roanoke County secures $6.3 million for McAfee Knob trailhead upgrades Web Staff February 27, 2026 0 Virginia consumers are more upbeat about the economy Gene Marrano February 27, 2026 0 Virginia Tech expert analyzes longest State of the Union address in history Web Staff February 27, 2026 0