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 Darius Rucker to perform at Elmwood Park in June Web Staff April 3, 2026 RPD Arrests Man in Southwest Gas Station Armed Robbery Clark Palmer April 3, 2026 Roanoke County enters spring with return of community favorite events Web Staff April 3, 2026