Mayor Lea News Today

10 News is following up on the resignation of Roanoke City Manager Bob Cowell.

Roanoke City Manager Bob Cowell announced his resignation Monday night.

Roanoke City Manager Bob Cowell announced his resignation Monday night.

Please see the attached message that I shared with Mayor Lea earlier today. "After much consideration, I have decided not to seek re-election. Please be assured, I will continue to dedicate myself to develop, advance, and promote a legislative program setting forth the needs of the city and its school system, and I remain committed to all

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — Roanoke city council voted Tuesday to approve the Evans Spring master plan. It was a four-to-three vote, meaning there will be a second reading of the ordinance, but no additional hearing, according to the city attorney. Planning Commission will recommend Evans Spring development plan to council (wfxrtv.com) Mayor Sherman Lea and […]

To some, the question “What was the murder rate in Roanoke City for 2023?” may seem clear-cut. However, based on responses from some City leaders…

Leadership guru and author John Maxwell says, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” Roanoke City, with about 97,000 residents, has suffered a record…

10 News is working for you to highlight some of the biggest decisions and hurdles Mayor Lea has had to face during his 20-year tenure working for the city.

10 News sat down with Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea about the highs and lows of his nearly 20-year career on city council.

(from Roanoke City) After thoughtful consideration, Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Sr. has made the decision not to seek re-election in the upcoming election. In a heartfelt message to the community, Mayor Lea expresses his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the City. "This journey has been one of profound honor, with each election—an affirmation of