Turnout could be key to 21st State Senate race — in a year with typically low voter numbers Evan Jones November 2, 2015 1 minute 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. Share: Post navigation Previous: Frank Beamer to retire at end of current seasonNext: Local state senate races have major implications tomorrow Related Stories Roanoke Blacksburg Airport Care Cupboard supports unpaid TSA workers through 40-day shutdown Ian Price March 26, 2026 0 Carilion Clinic is holding its electronic recycling event again Gene Marrano March 26, 2026 0 Google has formally announced plans to develop a data center campus in Botetourt County Gene Marrano March 26, 2026 0