New Roanoke College poll: consumer sentiment up Timothy Martin August 21, 2013 1 min read Consumer optimism continues to go up in Virginia. But WFIR’s Timothy Martin says some are still worried about their finances. Click here for more information. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Statewide SOL results: English, Science drop, math risesNext: Bishop: SOL declines expected in first year of tougher standards, will rise in ’14 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