Northam extends non-essential business closure date; leaves stay-at-home as is Gene Marrano April 16, 2020 1 min read Gov. Ralph Northam One order restricting Virginians as part of the effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 is changing its end date – but another isn’t for now. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Dr Pepper Park and local craft brewers team up for Growlers to Go on SaturdayNext: Calls begin to be heard for Northam to let businesses re-open Related Stories 1 min read Salem Fair is back through July 13; fireworks on the 4th Gene Marrano July 3, 2025 1 min read “F1” expected to race towards top of most-watched movies this weekend Gene Marrano July 3, 2025 1 min read 3 injured, 1 in critical condition after apartment fire in Roanoke Web Staff July 3, 2025