Overdose number above average locally Gene Marrano August 31, 2022 1 min read This is “International Overdose Awareness Day,” which we first told you about yesterday. Now WFIR’s Gene Marrano has a follow up – and some grim numbers – from a local health district director: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Latest RC Poll on the Governor, Supreme Court, Ukraine etc.Next: Older Virginians might be missing out on eligible benefits Related Stories 1 min read Report of active shooter on UVA campus not supported after sweep by police Gene Marrano November 3, 2025 1 min read AG Jason Miyares responds to Cardinal News report on Commonwealth’s early release policy Clark Palmer November 3, 2025 1 min read Virginia Tech professor questions longevity of Virginia’s emergency food assistance amid federal shutdown Web Staff November 3, 2025