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 United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026
