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. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts 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 Todd Gilbert resigns from position as US Attorney for the Western District of Virginia Clark Palmer August 21, 2025 1 min read Local Colors and CommUnity Arts Reach host 4th Annual African Culture Celebration at Countryside Park Saturday Web Staff August 20, 2025 1 min read Bradley Free Clinic’s first-ever benefit concert comes with future funding in question Gene Marrano August 20, 2025