Will GOP use convention or primary to select candidate for Governor? Ian Price February 17, 2021 1 minute read Bob Denton – Virginia Tech photo Some Republican candidates for Governor are asking for a primary to select the party’s candidate, but the party typically uses a convention instead. WFIR’s Ian Price has a look at both options: Share: Post navigation Previous: VDH reporting 148 new coronavirus cases in Roanoke CityNext: Roanoke County reverses position on county-only sports schedule Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 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