Turnout could be key to 21st State Senate race — in a year with typically low voter numbers Evan Jones November 2, 2015 1 min read Voter turnout for this election cycle is typically much lower than in other years, and that could play an important role tomorrow in a local State Senate contest with potentially major statewide implications. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Frank Beamer to retire at end of current seasonNext: Local state senate races have major implications tomorrow Related Stories 1 min read Virginia’s Blue Ridge Go Cross is back this weekend Gene Marrano September 9, 2025 1 min read 17th annual Roanoke Greek Festival returns this month with new changes Web Staff September 8, 2025 1 min read Unemployment numbers creep up in Virginia Gene Marrano September 8, 2025