Senate race expected to be close all the way to November Timothy Martin June 7, 2012 1 min read Wednesday’s Quinnipiac University poll showed a virtual tie in the race for U.S. Senate between Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican George Allen. A local political analyst says the race will likely hit high gear after next week’s Republican primary. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Denton-Senate-Wrap-2-WEB.mp3|titles=Denton-Senate Wrap 2-WEB] Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke small business presented statewide honorsNext: “Let’s Do Lunch” for a good cause Related Stories 1 min read FloydFest25 Aurora July 23-27. Ticket prices go up July 1st Denise Membreno June 30, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City murder suspect in custody following manhunt Web Staff June 30, 2025 1 min read Miss America, Miss Virginia, and Miss Virginia’s Teen talk service, sisterhood, and pageant week in Roanoke Ian Price June 27, 2025