Virginians feeling optimistic as holidays approach Gene Marrano November 25, 2015 1 minute read Just in time for Black Friday and the holiday shopping season Virginians are more upbeat about the economy – that’s good news for retailers as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Today is always a heavy traffic day, but this year, low gas prices could make it even worseNext: Group releases report for Bedford passenger train stop Related Stories Beale’s taproom in Bedford is set to reopen Clark Palmer February 5, 2026 0 Is a non-drug treatment for ADHD on the horizon? Denise Membreno February 5, 2026 0 Democratic lawmakers say they are in agreement on a new 10-1 political map for Virginia Clark Palmer February 5, 2026 0