Trinkle says he has the experience and energy to be Mayor Gene Marrano November 12, 2015 1 min read Saying he has the time, energy and experience needed – with a City Council that could have as many as three new members next May – Dave Trinkle declared his candidacy for Mayor in Roanoke today. WFIR’s Gene Marrano was there: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Trinkle announces candidacy for Roanoke MayorNext: Bond denied for 2 Va. men accused of plotting church attacks 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