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 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026 Justin and Cerina Fairfax were a power couple, but murder-suicide Evan Jones April 17, 2026 Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax, wife dead in apparent murder-suicide Ian Price April 16, 2026