Local ex-offender applauds Governor’s executive action Gene Marrano April 27, 2016 1 min read Shawn Hunter Republican leaders in the General Assembly aren’t pleased with Governor McAuliffe’s executive action restoring the voting rights for ex-felons, but one local man who went through the process is. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Drug take-back event happening this weekendNext: City Market Building hires new director Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke City Council denies rezoning for addiction treatment center Ian Price November 18, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech hires James Franklin to be next Head Football Coach Clark Palmer November 17, 2025 1 min read Adult cannabis retail system set to move from studies to implementation Ian Price November 17, 2025