State GOP settles on traditional convention to pick statewide nominees Clark Palmer February 24, 2021 1 minute read The Republican Party of Virginia has opted to choose statewide candidates during a convention this Spring, despite criticism from within the caucus. WFIR’s Clark Palmer has that story Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia lawmakers vote to remove Harry Byrd Sr. statueNext: Need more reasons to avoid the DMV office? Here you go Related Stories Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026