Local state senate races have major implications tomorrow Gene Marrano November 2, 2015 1 minute read Two state senate races in the Roanoke Valley are getting plenty of attention – as they could help determine a General Assembly majority. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has an election eve preview: Share: Post navigation Previous: Turnout could be key to 21st State Senate race — in a year with typically low voter numbersNext: Fire causes heavy damage at Rocky Mount mill Related Stories It is “Work Zone Awareness Week,” and VDOT rolls out the barrel Gene Marrano April 21, 2026 Billy Strings breaks leg in Charlottesville; Roanoke show remains on schedule Ian Price April 21, 2026 Roanoke College teams up with online workforce education provider ed2go Gene Marrano April 21, 2026