Local poly-sci professor weighs in on GOP debate Gene Marrano September 18, 2015 1 min read Ed Lynch There were winners and losers in the latest Republican presidential debate … WFIR’s Gene Marrano spoke with a political science professor at Hollins University about Wednesday’s showdown: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke Greek Festival kicks off todayNext: Property up for auction at SML Related Stories 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Opera Roanoke’s longtime artistic director prepares for last performance Denise Membreno September 11, 2025