Local GOP lawmakers urge budget passage Gene Marrano May 15, 2014 1 min read Local Republican members of the General Assembly and Roanoke County Board of Supervisors chairman Joe McNamara had a message at their news conference this morning: get back to Richmond and pass a budget. WFIR’s Gene Marrano was there: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Man being evaluated after Starlite Motel incidentNext: Rare Jefferson letter for sale; discusses plans for Poplar Forest estate Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025