Northam: money for I-81 fix “won’t fall out of the sky” Gene Marrano January 9, 2019 1 minute read Gov. Ralph Northam Governor Ralph Northam’s State of the Commonwealth Address will touch on a variety of topics tonight. What to do about Interstate 81 and how to pay for it is of great interest locally. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: VA Senators call for shutdown to end ahead of President’s addressNext: High school senior dies after shooting self in the head Related Stories Excel Center at Melrose Plaza making progress, forging partnerships Gene Marrano April 10, 2026 Sen. Tim Kaine suggests VT President Tim Sands may have been forced out Clark Palmer April 10, 2026 Roanoke Regional Partnership releases 2025 statistics Web Staff April 10, 2026