Poll shows Northam with 7 point edge over Gillespie Gene Marrano August 23, 2017 1 min read As in other recent polls, Democrat Ralph Northam maintains a lead over Republican Ed Gillespie in the race for Governor. WFIR’s Gene Marrano with more on findings from Roanoke College. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke city leaders shelf decision on “caretaker’s cabin” in Fishburn ParkNext: Charlottesville fallout continues in different ways across the region and country Related Stories 1 min read Open Studios Roanoke tour, RSO’s Portraits of America and storytelling festival at Camp Bethel Gene Marrano April 23, 2025 2 min read Chip of the Roanoke Valley unveils renovated headquarters to expand services Ian Price April 22, 2025 1 min read A sign of life on a distant planet? Gene Marrano April 22, 2025