Northam: money for I-81 fix “won’t fall out of the sky” Gene Marrano January 9, 2019 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading 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 1 min read Virginia Tech professor projects peak viewing of autumn colors in late October Web Staff September 15, 2025 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