Oil, gas producers urge energy exploration under VA Atlantic waters, not just wind turbines above them Evan Jones May 21, 2014 1 minute read Now that the federal government is taking the first steps to develop wind power off Virginia’s coastline, the oil and gas industry says it’s time to explore under the Atlantic. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: The Regional Chamber of Commerce holding its annual economic summitNext: Roanoke City’s Parks and Arts program will continue this summer 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