Virginians will keep spending this holiday season – with some tweaks on what they purchase Gene Marrano November 26, 2025 1 minute read Alice Kassens Roanoke College photo Retailers may breath a sigh of relief as the latest Roanoke College survey focused on holiday spending by Virginia consumer slows a slight overall dip – but trending towards more gift buying. Details from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: RSO Holiday Pops, Best Christmas Pageant Ever, A Christmas Story at MMT … all coming soonNext: Two National Guard members shot in DC Related Stories Local political scientist says US-Iran deal looks to be a good step forward Gene Marrano June 16, 2026 Virginia moves toward legal cannabis sales after budget compromise Ian Price June 16, 2026 USA Cycling Mountain Biking Championships adds another year – back in Roanoke Valley for 2027 Gene Marrano June 15, 2026