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: Post navigation 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 2 min read Illegal Immigrant from Honduras Sentenced to Eight Months in Prison during Roanoke court hearing Clark Palmer November 24, 2025 0 1 min read ODU football coach Ricky Rahne rejects ‘rumors’ he is joining James Franklin at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer November 24, 2025 0 1 min read LewisGale retires a piece of physical therapy equipment – via a 4th floor window Gene Marrano November 24, 2025 0
