More from Delegate Joe McNamara on his reelection bid for the 8th district Gene Marrano November 1, 2019 1 min read Joe McNamara (left)/C Palmer photo As we gear up for Tuesday’s local and state elections, our candidate previews are winding down. This morning 8th District Republican delegate Joe McNamara talks about his first run for a full term as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: UPDATE: Cause determined for Roanoke County fireNext: You know it is a big election when the Vice President campaigns Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 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