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 Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026