Opioid crisis prompts Public Health Emergency Gene Marrano November 22, 2016 1 minute read The timing was deliberate as far-flung families in many cases gather for the Thanksgiving holiday – the opioid addiction crisis in Virginia needs more attention. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Teachers at Hurt Park get Thanksgiving mealsNext: McDonnell in Lynchburg as supporters contribute to his legal defense fund Related Stories Roanoke revises trash schedule, urges sidewalk clearing after storm Ian Price February 2, 2026 0 Town of Rocky Mount adds land and residents Denise Membreno February 2, 2026 0 Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0