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Blue Ridge Parkway leaders set to provide update on storm recovery efforts
Read full article: Blue Ridge Parkway leaders set to provide update on storm recovery effortsBlue Ridge Parkway leaders are slated to provide an update on storm recovery efforts following the significant damage caused by Hurricane Helene.
Roanoke's spring tourism: finding new paths amid closures and projects
Read full article: Roanoke's spring tourism: finding new paths amid closures and projectsThe Roanoke area, renowned for its outdoor amenities such as greenways and iconic hiking spots like McAfee Knob, has recently faced challenges due to storms, routine maintenance, and ongoing construction. These factors have led residents and visitors to seek alternate routes for their favorite outdoor destinations.
Roanoke County seeking input on connecting Roanoke River Greenway to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: Roanoke County seeking input on connecting Roanoke River Greenway to the Blue Ridge ParkwayRoanoke County and the Virginia Department of Transportation are working out plans to connect the Greenway from Roanoke City to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Problems at Mabry Mill, pt 3: The Millโs future
Read full article: Problems at Mabry Mill, pt 3: The Millโs futureMabry Mill, the famous stop on the Blue Ridge Parkway has seen better days. The mill's roof is badly in need of repair, while the famous mill pond has become swampy. The restaurant which is a huge economic driver for the region is closed until further notice. Begging the question, What's next for Mabry Mill?
Problems at Mabry Mill Pt. 2. How it got so bad.
Read full article: Problems at Mabry Mill Pt. 2. How it got so bad.Mabry Mill is the most photographed spot on the Blue Ridge Parkway. But it's in disrepair, and a once-popular restaurant is closed. In part 2 of our series, we look at how this once popular stop off has suffered so much neglect.
Blue Ridge Parkway reopens after damage assessment
Read full article: Blue Ridge Parkway reopens after damage assessmentThe Blue Ridge Parkway is finally back open after Helene - and itโs just in time for peak fall season. At Peaks of Otter, they say the month of October keeps the guests rolling in.
36-year-old woman dead after single-vehicle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke, National Park Service says
Read full article: 36-year-old woman dead after single-vehicle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke, National Park Service saysA 36-year-old woman is dead after a single-vehicle crash near milepost 101 near Roanoke on the Blue Ridge Parkway Tuesday, according to the National Park Service.
First responders rescue man who fell nearly 100 feet off Blue Ridge Parkway embankment
Read full article: First responders rescue man who fell nearly 100 feet off Blue Ridge Parkway embankmentA man was airlifted from the Blue Ridge Parkway after a motorcycle crash sent him nearly 100 feet over an embankment over the weekend.
Wildfire debris cleared from Blue Ridge Parkway, traffic now able to pass through
Read full article: Wildfire debris cleared from Blue Ridge Parkway, traffic now able to pass throughThe Blue Ridge Parkway is back open after crews worked to clear debris from the Matts Creek wildfire, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Fall leaves attract two million visitors to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: Fall leaves attract two million visitors to the Blue Ridge ParkwayFall leaves attract at least two million visitors to the Blue Ridge Parkway every October to see their beauty, according to Leesa Brandon, Blue Ridge Parkway External Affairs Specialist.
A woman died after falling from a cliff at a Blue Ridge Parkway scenic overlook in North Carolina
Read full article: A woman died after falling from a cliff at a Blue Ridge Parkway scenic overlook in North CarolinaA South Carolina woman died after falling from a scenic overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina, according to the National Park Service.
Delays expected at four locations on the Blue Ridge Parkway amid construction
Read full article: Delays expected at four locations on the Blue Ridge Parkway amid constructionIf youโre planning on visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway anytime soon, know that there could be short delays in parts of the parkway due to construction.
Cockpit voice recorder still missing in fatal Virginia plane crash, NTSB reports
Read full article: Cockpit voice recorder still missing in fatal Virginia plane crash, NTSB reportsThe cockpit voice recorder that could hold the final moments leading up to the fatal crash of a plane in Central Virginia remains missing, according to the National Transportation Safety Board.
Virginia plane crash investigators ask when pilot became unresponsive and why aircraft flew its path
Read full article: Virginia plane crash investigators ask when pilot became unresponsive and why aircraft flew its pathThe pilot of the business jet that flew over Washington and crashed in Virginia appeared to be slumped over and unresponsive, the fighter jet pilots reported, according to three US officials briefed on the matter.
Thousands of athletes flooding to the Roanoke Valley this weekend for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN race
Read full article: Thousands of athletes flooding to the Roanoke Valley this weekend for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN raceThousands of athletes from all over the world are coming to the Roanoke Valley for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 Virginiaโs Blue Ridge Triathlon.
Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 to pause after 2023 due to Blue Ridge Parkway improvements
Read full article: Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 to pause after 2023 due to Blue Ridge Parkway improvementsOrganizers of the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 have announced that after the upcoming 2023 race in June, the event will be paused.
67-year-old Bedford man dead after motorcycle collision on Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: 67-year-old Bedford man dead after motorcycle collision on Blue Ridge ParkwayA motorcycle collision on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Bedford left one man dead and another hospitalized Tuesday, according to the National Park Service.
Wednesday, Thursday to be the โcalm before the stormโ; Nicole to bring rain, possible storms
Read full article: Wednesday, Thursday to be the โcalm before the stormโ; Nicole to bring rain, possible stormsNicole to bring widespread rain and the possibility of a few stronger thunderstorms Veterans Day
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58-year-old Roanoke man dies after motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: 58-year-old Roanoke man dies after motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge ParkwayA Roanoke man died in a crash on the Blue Ridge Parkway near the county line between Floyd and Patrick counties on Saturday, according to the National Park Service.
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Two men die in separate incidents along the Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: Two men die in separate incidents along the Blue Ridge ParkwayThe National Park Service announced Monday that two men died on Sunday in separate incidents about 100 miles away from each other along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Portions of Blue Ridge Parkway near Roanoke to close for repairs
Read full article: Portions of Blue Ridge Parkway near Roanoke to close for repairsIf you like driving over the Roanoke River Bridge on the Blue Ridge Parkway, you might want to get in one last ride before it closes. According to the National Park Service, the bridge will be closed from mid-April through Spring 2022. AdCrews will also repair the road failure near milepost 128, starting in the spring of 2022. โWe recognize these Roanoke area closures create short term impacts, however we are pleased to know that in the coming years, this section of the Parkway will be restored in ways that will allow for many more years of high-quality visitor experiences,โ said Alexa Viets, acting superintendent of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Open sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway are in blue .
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Authorities investigating armed robbery along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville
Read full article: Authorities investigating armed robbery along the Blue Ridge Parkway near AshevilleSecurity footage photos from local retailers show person(s) in possession of the victimโs stolen credit cards making purchases. National Park Service officials are asking for help in identifying those responsible for an armed robbery along the Blue Ridge Parkway that happened last month. On Feb. 24 at about 7 p.m., law enforcement rangers responded to a reported armed robbery near Milepost 394.5, not far from Asheville, North Carolina. The following day, the victimโs stolen credit cards were used at a gas station, a home improvement store and a grocery store. โThis crime is a reminder that the Parkway is not immune to the types of incidents one can experience anywhere else,โ said Blue Ridge Parkway Chief Ranger Neal Labrie.
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Daylight Saving Time marks unofficial start of Explore Parkโs busy season
Read full article: Daylight Saving Time marks unofficial start of Explore Parkโs busy seasonROANOKE COUNTY, Va. โ Daylight Saving Time took effect Sunday morning, which means the sun has risen on Explore Parkโs busiest time of year. The Roanoke County park along the Blue Ridge Parkway has already attracted visitors with its new Twin Creeks Brewpub, which opened last fall. The park expects even more visitors when its Treetop Quest attraction opens at the beginning of April. Explore Park program director Ben Crawley said Daylight Savings Time represents the unofficial start of spring and outdoor activities. โThe weather is starting to change, itโs starting to get warmer, and itโs a little bit brighter for a little bit longer.
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โTons of red flags popping upโ as family remains hopeful for missing Bedford County man
Read full article: โTons of red flags popping upโ as family remains hopeful for missing Bedford County manROANOKE COUNTY, Va. โ Dive crews will be in the Roanoke River at the Blue Ridge Parkway Thursday morning as the search for a missing Bedford County man continues. While tempers flared it ended with a park ranger sharing embraces with two of Gibsonโs family members. His truck and belongings were found at the Roanoke River Overlook parking lot on the Blue Ridge Parkway a few hours later. Bowyer said about a third of them are total strangers, with no connection to the Gibson family. Gibsonโs family said they know suicide is a possibility, but their gut says thatโs just not right.
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Search for missing Bedford County man continues along the Blue Ridge Parkway
Read full article: Search for missing Bedford County man continues along the Blue Ridge ParkwayROANOKE, Va. โ UPDATE: March 6, 2021The search for a missing Bedford County man continued along the Blue Ridge Parkway Saturday afternoon. If you have any information about Gibson, contact Blue Ridge Parkway Dispatch. ORIGINAL STORYThe National Park Service is searching for a missing man whose vehicle was found along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke. Blue Ridge Parkway Law Enforcement rangers are asking anyone who may have seen or talked to Gibson to call Parkway Dispatch at 828-298-2491. The missing search for Gibson is ongoing.
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Blue Ridge Parkway takes top spot with over 14 million visitors in 2020
Read full article: Blue Ridge Parkway takes top spot with over 14 million visitors in 2020ROANOKE, Va. โ Nearly 14 million people took the opportunity to hop in their cars and take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway in 2020. The National Park Services estimates that 14,099,485 visitors went to the park in 2020, making it one of only three National Park Service sites with more than 10 million visits in 2020. Rounding out the top three are the Golden Gate National Recreation Area with 12,400,045 visitors and Great Smokey Mountains National Park with 12,095,720 visitors. While the Parkway experienced an overall 6% decrease in visitors compared to 2019, there was a slight 2% increase when comparing visitation numbers from September to December 2020 to numbers that same four-month window in 2019. โThe 2020 visitation reminds us that the Parkwayโs 1930s design approach, to maximize scenic views and recreational access, continues to be relevant today for those looking for respite and renewal,โ said Blue Ridge Parkway Acting Superintendent Alexa Viets.
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Stay in! Winter storm creates messy travel, power outage threat Thursday
Read full article: Stay in! Winter storm creates messy travel, power outage threat ThursdayROANOKE, Va. โ Snow, sleet and freezing rain have begun making their presence felt in southwest and central Virginia. Weather update with Jeff HaniewichJeff's Thursday afternoon weather update (2/18/21) We're talking ice and sleet accumulations along with a warm up? FutureTracker - 9 a.m. ThursdayThe longer that snow or sleet holds on, the lesser your chance for power outages will be. This will be in the form of rain and/or freezing rain. Tips for freezing rain and power outagesFor those that do lose power, it may take some time for it to come back on.
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Slick, drizzly Friday with more rain, freezing rain to come Saturday
Read full article: Slick, drizzly Friday with more rain, freezing rain to come SaturdayWhile roads may improve a bit beyond the morning, we will still have to watch for slick spots throughout the day. TimingAs another storm system moves in from the south, this sets the stage for another round of freezing rain after 6 or 7 a.m. Saturday. AdFutureTracker - 10 a.m. SaturdayAs a southeast wind begins, we should start to see any freezing rain change to a chilly rain in parts of Grayson, Wythe, Carroll, Pulaski and Bland Counties by midday or early afternoon. Moving ForwardWeโll start with slick/icy spots Valentineโs Day morning and temperatures near freezing. Weโre once again looking at the chance for freezing rain and rain Tuesday morning.