The new center opens Wednesday.
Projects
Posted inWeather
Forest Service reopens additional areas closed by Helene
Other parts of the national forest remain closed indefinitely due to storm damage.
Posted inWeather
Floodwaters destroyed 18 trestles on the Creeper Trail and washed away much of the path. Now comes the rebuilding.
The beloved trail is the “lifeblood” of the town of Damascus. Until repairs can be made, visitors are being encouraged to explore the trail’s other half, which is now open.
Posted inSports
Second week of VHSL rating scale points released; 35 teams unbeaten
Three games this week pit unbeatens against each other: Graham at Lebanon, Glenvar at Alleghany, and Kettle Run at Sherando.
Posted inOpinion
Is Appalachia seeing an influx of climate refugees? Here’s what the data shows.
Some have predicted that Appalachia could be a “climate haven” for those who want to escape hurricanes.
Posted inWeather
Boil water notice lifted for remainder of Montgomery County
The boil water notice was issued after historic flooding on the New River caused “challenging water quality conditions.”
Posted inWeather
Portions of New River Trail State Park reopen after Hurricane Helene
The reopened sections include Foster Falls, the Peak Creek Trestle and Chestnut Creek Falls.
Posted inWeather
FEMA opens third disaster recovery center in Southwest Va.
The office in Tazewell joins centers in Independence and Damascus. Staff can help residents apply for federal flood assistance.
Posted inWeather
Community partners across the region stepped up after Hurricane Helene, but long-term relief efforts could be strained in the coming months
Local schools and organizations like the Virginia Department of Corrections mobilized to feed thousands in Southwest Virginia, but as emergency efforts wind down, hunger relief will face challenges.
Posted inWeather
Most of Blue Ridge Parkway in Va. to reopen Friday
The reopening comes just in time for peak tourism season in the Blue Ridge.