Nancy Dye will challenge Edwards for State Senate seat Gene Marrano March 16, 2015 1 min read The 21st State Senate district that includes parts of the Roanoke Valley could be a high-profile race come election day in November as Republican hopeful Nancy Dye throws her hat in the ring … more from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke wants residents to speak up on city’s cellphone tower policiesNext: Breaking: Ralph Smith will not seek third term Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025