Virginians feeling better about economy Gene Marrano March 1, 2023 1 minute read Alice Kassens Roanoke College photo Two key data points measured on a quarterly basis by the Institute for Policy and Opinion Research at Roanoke College reveal that Virginians are feeling better about the economy and where its heading. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Calling all nominations for third annual “Do Good Days”Next: Echoes at Showtimers … and Arts Pop! at the Taubman this weekend Related Stories Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026 Sen. Warner sponsors bipartisan bill to make hot rotisserie chicken SNAP-eligible Clark Palmer June 5, 2026