McAuliffe revives climate change committee Gene Marrano September 22, 2014 1 min read The president of Roanoke’s Cool Cities Coalition says rising sea levels in the Hampton Roads area – due to climate change – is just one reason the recently revived State Climate Commission is a good idea. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: 2 Va. retirement officials earn highest state payNext: Prevention Council encourages family gatherings at meal times Related Stories 1 min read Music by Carl Perkins, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash on the Trinkle Main Stage Denise Membreno September 16, 2025 1 min read Food Pantry Fundraiser Tour coming to Mountain View Community Garden this weekend Gene Marrano September 16, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025