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VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend
Read full article: VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekendThe Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.
VDOT advising motorists to use caution when traveling due to winter weather, starting to clear roads
Read full article: VDOT advising motorists to use caution when traveling due to winter weather, starting to clear roadsThe Virginia Department of Transportation has warned travelers of hazardous roads due to the winter storm currently impacting our area.
Deer can be a dangerous hazard on the road, here’s the tech that’s helping prevent collisions
Read full article: Deer can be a dangerous hazard on the road, here’s the tech that’s helping prevent collisionsWith it being deer season here in our Commonwealth, there is an increased risk for deer-vehicle collisions. These can be incredibly dangerous, not just for the deer, but for you and other drivers.
What to do if you’re involved in a road rage incident
Read full article: What to do if you’re involved in a road rage incidentWith icy road conditions impacting our region, the risk of car accidents has increased. Virginia State Police has seen a major uptick in car crashes since Winter Storm Blair, and with a higher risk of car accidents, there’s an increased risk of road rage.
Holiday travel starts as state police urge for patience on the road
Read full article: Holiday travel starts as state police urge for patience on the roadFolks are loading up their cars and heading down the road to see family and friends for the holiday, but while on the roads, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Former Roanoke County student thanks teacher decades later for life-changing impact
Read full article: Former Roanoke County student thanks teacher decades later for life-changing impactJermaine Coles, a Roanoke native, got to thank his 6th Grade Social Studies teacher nearly 30 years after taking her class for the lasting lessons.
TSA reports busiest day on record just ahead of Fourth of July travel rush
Read full article: TSA reports busiest day on record just ahead of Fourth of July travel rushThe Fourth of July travel rush is getting underway, and officials at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport said they’re preparing for potentially record-breaking numbers.
Why giant sequoias, redwoods are thriving in the United Kingdom
Read full article: Why giant sequoias, redwoods are thriving in the United KingdomThe sequoias and redwoods — which aren’t invasive — have still managed to grow and survive after being introduced and planted in the 1800s throughout the northern part of the region.
VDOT and Roanoke County seek feedback on Williamson and Peters Creek roads
Read full article: VDOT and Roanoke County seek feedback on Williamson and Peters Creek roadsThe Virginia Department of Transportation and Roanoke County held a community meeting on Monday to seek feedback on the Peters Creek Road and Williamson Road areas.
Costs rise for Spring Break travel, but it won’t keep the crowds away
Read full article: Costs rise for Spring Break travel, but it won’t keep the crowds awayIt’s that time of year again, when warmer temperatures have us thinking about spring and spring break, and if you’re lucky you might be planning a getaway.
Whoosh! Transatlantic flight reaches peak speed near 840 mph but doesn’t break sound barrier
Read full article: Whoosh! Transatlantic flight reaches peak speed near 840 mph but doesn’t break sound barrierA commercial flight from New York to Lisbon reached its destination an hour ahead of its normal flight time, thanks to extreme upper level winds.
Want to travel in luxury? Owner of Travel Bash stops by WSLS
Read full article: Want to travel in luxury? Owner of Travel Bash stops by WSLSTravelBash is different from other travel agencies because it includes travel designers, event curators, and wedding specialists here to make your special day or group celebration truly unique. Founder of TravelBash, Courtnie Nichols talks about why she started the company.
Our producers switched jobs with folks from our sister stations and learned a lot about a new city
Read full article: Our producers switched jobs with folks from our sister stations and learned a lot about a new cityAt Graham Media Group, we pride ourselves on being innovative and having the ability to collaborate with anyone. That’s why we went producers from our station to a sister station in another city to learn to learn a thing or two, and teach a thing or two.
TSA: Bedford Co. man cited after attempting to bring loaded gun onto flight
Read full article: TSA: Bedford Co. man cited after attempting to bring loaded gun onto flightA Bedford County man tried to bring a loaded gun onto a flight on Dec. 26, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
County-by-county breakdown of roadwork across Southwest, Central Virginia
Read full article: County-by-county breakdown of roadwork across Southwest, Central VirginiaHitting the road this holiday season? The Virginia Department of Transportation has released a list of projects that could impact your travels.
Christiansburg Police Department offers home safety tips ahead holiday travel
Read full article: Christiansburg Police Department offers home safety tips ahead holiday travelIt might seem like a new-brainer, but the Christiansburg chief of police said making sure all your doors are locked is the biggest deterrent for theft.
Underwater pumpkin carving? This annual event takes Halloween to new depths
Read full article: Underwater pumpkin carving? This annual event takes Halloween to new depthsParticipants — who must be certified divers — draw the design of their pumpkins on the surface, then take them anywhere from 5 to 10 feet underwater to carve them.
Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?
Read full article: Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?Since the war between Israel and Hamas started on Oct. 7, it’s fair to wonder how those who have planned trips or tours in the region will be affected.
Gas prices are down in Virginia but the Israel-Hamas war could bring them back up
Read full article: Gas prices are down in Virginia but the Israel-Hamas war could bring them back upAAA said gas prices are down more than 20 cents in the past month, but this doesn't mean the war might not impact prices in the near future.
How remote desert town in Texas became such an arts Mecca
Read full article: How remote desert town in Texas became such an arts MeccaBack in 1971, Donald Judd was a renown artist who was already a success in New York City, but he pined for something that even an arts haven like the Big Apple couldn’t offer.
From potholes to future of electric vehicles, see solutions to infrastructure issues
Read full article: From potholes to future of electric vehicles, see solutions to infrastructure issuesFrom crumbling streets and potholes, to the future of electric vehicles, this latest episode is filled with all kinds of answers and solutions.
Seaplane tours over Lake Superior to bring fall colors into brighter light for tourists
Read full article: Seaplane tours over Lake Superior to bring fall colors into brighter light for touristsThis is one option for viewing fall colors that might give enthusiasts a more unique perspective than usual.
Celebrate fall at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival, kicking off in September
Read full article: Celebrate fall at Dollywood’s Harvest Festival, kicking off in SeptemberDollywood’s Harvest Festival celebrates the beauty of fall in the Smokies with thousands of carved pumpkins, spirited performances from talented artists and the fun of Great Pumpkin LumiNights.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport executive director named Virginia Airport Manager of the Year
Read full article: Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport executive director named Virginia Airport Manager of the YearMike Stewart, the executive director of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, was named the 2023 Virginia Airport Manager of the Year, awarded by the Virginia Department of Aviation.
The ‘Pasty Olympics’ set to be hosted by town in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Read full article: The ‘Pasty Olympics’ set to be hosted by town in Michigan’s Upper PeninsulaEvery summer, the town of Calumet in the northernmost tip of the Upper Peninsula hosts a pasty festival, an event to celebrate the popular food in the region. But this year's event will feature something new.
Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to Europe
Read full article: Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to EuropeStarting in 2024, travelers who have previously come to the continent without a visa will need an additional authorization document that is linked to a passport.
Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortage
Read full article: Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortageThe average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
Your eyes could be smiling at this opportunity Ireland is offering
Read full article: Your eyes could be smiling at this opportunity Ireland is offeringThe Irish government has launched an initiative called “Our Living Islands,” a 10-year plan that aims to revitalize more than a dozen islands off the country’s coast.
Did you know you can ride a submarine in the Great Lakes?
Read full article: Did you know you can ride a submarine in the Great Lakes?If you’ve turned on the news in the last few days, you probably already know about the Titan submersible, a submarine of sorts that has been missing since Sunday after a voyage to the wreckage sight of the Titanic.
SURVEY: Summer activities, spots to visit in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: SURVEY: Summer activities, spots to visit in Southwest VirginiaFrom grabbing a bite to eat at your favorite local restaurant or dessert shop to hitting the water, there are plenty of things to do and places to visit across Southwest Virginia.
Northern lights can be viewed roughly 200 times a year at this resort
Read full article: Northern lights can be viewed roughly 200 times a year at this resortYes, it’s brutally cold there — temperatures can fall to as low as minus-40 degrees in the winter — but it can be a paradise if you enjoy the northern lights.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport prepares for busy Memorial Day weekend travel
Read full article: Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport prepares for busy Memorial Day weekend travelThis year’s travel numbers are expected to hit all-time high. According to AAA, this Memorial Day weekend could be the busiest at airports since 2005.