“Stay tuned” no longer: Allen announces for Senate in 2012 Evan Jones January 24, 2011 1 minute read It’s no surprise, but it is official. Former Republican Senator George Allen is running to reclaim the seat in 2012. News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke considers new direction for Countryside propertyNext: PETA offers reward for safe return of missing goats in Bedford County Related Stories Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0