Local legislator gears up for new session Gene Marrano January 14, 2015 1 minute read Today is opening day for the General Assembly’s 45-day “short session” session in Richmond … time for local legislators like Salem’s Greg Habeeb to roll up their sleeves. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: As General Assembly reconvenes, some key agreements — and sharp divisionsNext: Roanoke delegate still supports Medicaid expansion Related Stories Twisted Track Brewpub to host free speed dating event Ian Price February 10, 2026 0 RIDE launched to provide regular 24/7 transportation for Roanoke’s homeless population Gene Marrano February 9, 2026 0 PETA applauds dozens of animal cruelty indictments against Natural Bridge Zoo owners, staff Web Staff February 9, 2026 0