Trinkle says he has the experience and energy to be Mayor Gene Marrano November 12, 2015 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: Trinkle announces candidacy for Roanoke MayorNext: Bond denied for 2 Va. men accused of plotting church attacks Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 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