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 Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025 1 min read Getting older can be expensive Gene Marrano September 17, 2025