Local political expert weighs in on election and the balance of power Gene Marrano November 2, 2018 1 minute read Ed Lynch- Hollins U. photo One long-time observer of the process says putting the immigration issue front and center as election day draws near may be a winning strategy for Republicans. WFIR’s Gene Marrano that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: CarMax Superstore could be coming to Peters Creek Road NWNext: Teen charged with accident that killed 16-year-old girl Related Stories National D-Day Memorial marks 82nd anniversary with tribute to advocate Lucille Hoback Boggess Ian Price June 3, 2026 RBT’s Sleeping Beauty, Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, Paint Fincastle this weekend Gene Marrano June 3, 2026 Hometown D-Day heroes honored Gene Marrano June 3, 2026