Virginians remain optimistic about real estate market Gene Marrano March 17, 2016 1 min read Real Estate markets remain strong in Virginia – but there is some trepidation about rising interest rates as a new survey shows. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Gov. McAuliffe and Dominion announce new solar projectNext: Changing times? A weekend of stepped-up Roanoke County DUI enforcement — and not one arrest Related Stories 1 min read Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025 1 min read Narrow 2023 loss turns into victory for Lily Franklin in Virginia’s 41st District Web Staff November 5, 2025 1 min read McNamara will return to Richmond; says he can work with Democrats Gene Marrano November 5, 2025