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 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0 Wason Center General Assembly issues survey tilts “blue” as to what Virginians favor Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0