Poll shows Virginians favor oil and natural gas production Gene Marrano March 11, 2016 1 minute read A new poll conducted for the Virginia Petroleum Council shows a strong majority in the Commonwealth favor offshore development of oil and natural gas resources. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: State Del. Glenn Davis to run for lieutenant governorNext: Salem Museum has special “talking exhibit” tonight Related Stories Roanoke College men’s lacrosse team receives NCAA DIII Tournament bid Clark Palmer May 4, 2026 Walk & Roll to School Day a chance for city elementary school kids to hit the road – safely Gene Marrano May 4, 2026 Hollins University receives $10 million gift to support HOPE Scholarship program Web Staff May 4, 2026