Local legislator gears up for new session Gene Marrano January 14, 2015 1 min 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: Continue Reading Previous: As General Assembly reconvenes, some key agreements — and sharp divisionsNext: Roanoke delegate still supports Medicaid expansion Related Stories 1 min read The Gauntlet 2025 is right around the corner: still time to sign up Gene Marrano January 21, 2025 1 min read Median home prices rise in Roanoke County Denise Membreno January 20, 2025 1 min read Downtown Roanoke Restaurant Week Returns Denise Membreno January 17, 2025