Phase 1 of Virginia business reopening should start next week Gene Marrano May 5, 2020 1 minute read Gov. Ralph Northam Barring an unforeseen circumstance Virginia’s retail economy will start its comeback with Phase 1 of a three-part approach next Friday. Details on Governor Northam’s announcement yesterday from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Northam plans to reopen many businesses late next weekNext: Griffith: U.S. must lessen dependence on foreign-made prescription drugs Related Stories Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026
