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 Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs reveal new logos, uniforms for their 10th season Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read “Munters 2” breaks ground in Botetourt Gene Marrano July 9, 2025 1 min read CommUNITY pastor steps away – almost 40 years after serious head injury Gene Marrano July 9, 2025