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BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY


Calm, chilly weather precedes rain, freezing rain threat Thursday

Freezing rain could make for a slippery commute in parts of the area Thursday morning

Portion of Blue Ridge Parkway closed due to landslide

Heads up! If you were planning to travel on the Blue Ridge Parkway anytime soon, a portion of it has been closed due to a landslide Friday morning.

Wednesday, Thursday to be the “calm before the storm”; Nicole to bring rain, possible storms

Nicole to bring widespread rain and the possibility of a few stronger thunderstorms Veterans Day

‘There is no wrong place to go:’ How to find the best fall foliage in Southwest Virginia

This time of year is considered peak hiking season because of the Fall foliage.

Summer goes out with a bang before powerful fall cold front moves through

It'll be 84 to 90° Wednesday but 45-51° first thing Friday morning

Blue Ridge Parkway closure near Roanoke extended into spring 2023

If you were planning on hitting up the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Roanoke area anytime soon, I have some sad news for you!

Heads up! Weekend weather pattern to turn wet at times

Rain increases Saturday and will be around at times Sunday

System to bring one last gasp of scattered storms Monday afternoon

Hotter, drier weather follows the front Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons

Not as many storms Sunday as very warm, humid conditions persist

Areas west of the Blue Ridge Parkway will have better storm odds than areas east

More rain to dodge this weekend, along with seasonable warmth and humidity

Our wettest zones this weekend will be areas west of the Blue Ridge Parkway

Roanoke River Bridge Reopens after over a year of repairs on Blue Ridge Parkway

After over a year of closures and detours, the Roanoke River Bridge is back open on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Section of the Blue Ridge Parkway reopens

The portion of the roadway on the Roanoke River Bridge re-opened on Monday Afternoon

Heat to dial it up a notch through at least Thursday

Temperatures reach the 90s outside of the mountains Tuesday through at least Thursday

A Tough Choice: Shenandoah National Park or the Great Smokies?

Many visitors to the mid-Atlantic beeline to certain national park in the Smokies. Our 63 Parks columnist argues that there’s plenty of wild adventuring to be had in Shenandoah—and Blue Ridge views for days.

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Heat, scattered storms continue through end of the week

There will likely be fewer storms Thursday than what we've seen in recent days

Tracking a front that brings scattered storms, drop in humidity

A welcomed drop in humidity gives the A/C a break the next two mornings

Typical temperatures take us through the first weekend of summer

A few hit-or-miss downpours will be possible this weekend too

Fatality near Milepost 77 on the Blue Ridge Parkway

On June 18, 2022, at approximately 2:15 p.m., Blue Ridge Parkway Dispatch operators got a call of a single motor vehicle collision near milepost 77.

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Southwest Virginia until 5 p.m.

Any storm that forms this afternoon could cause damaging winds and/or large hail

Happy Meteorological Summer! Heat, stray downpours continue Wednesday afternoon

Temperatures reach the 80s and 90s Thursday before a higher chance of scattered storms

The Local’s Guide to Asheville

Some of the outdoor industry leaders of Asheville share their secret spots, and give you a chance to win their gear

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Blue Ridge Parkway projects in Roanoke scheduled to wrap up during the 2022 season

Multiple projects on the Blue Ridge Parkway will be completed by the end of the year.

Roanoke Tours Inc. prepares for a trip up the Blue Ridge Parkway

Ernie Dale, the president of Roanoke Tours Inc. details their latest tour.

Closed since May 2020, stretch of Blue Ridge Parkway in Roanoke County should reopen this fall

Great news for those who love to cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway!

Blue Ridge Parkway is America’s most-visited park for the second-straight year

Love driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway? You’re most certainly not alone!

Blue Ridge Parkway closed due to wintry weather

As snow blankets much of Southwest and Central Virginia, the entire Blue Ridge Parkway will be closed due to hazardous conditions.

Body found along Blue Ridge Parkway near Virginia/North Carolina border

A body was found off the Blue Ridge Parkway Friday morning, according to National Park Service.

Authorities identify body found at Blue Ridge Parkway overlook in North Carolina

Investigators have identified the body found on Saturday along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina.

Body found by visitor along Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina, officials say

Officials said they are investigating and that the cause of death is unknown.

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“Cut-off low” to bring rounds of scattered downpours this week

Anything that develops the next few days could be heavy

Picnicking couple attacked by bear multiple times on Blue Ridge Parkway, rangers say

The two drove themselves to a hospital for treatment.

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Couple attacked by bear while having a picnic along the Blue Ridge Parkway

A bear attack along the Blue Ridge Parkway has prompted officials to close trails in the area and ban outdoor food.

Fall foliage to boost tourism, economy despite Blue Ridge Parkway closures

Leaf peepers planning a trip along the Blue Ridge Parkway want to know when peak foliage will hit.

Virginia motorcyclist becomes 6th biker to die in crash on Blue Ridge Parkway in 2021

He ran off the road and was thrown from the motorcycle, officials say.

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58-year-old Roanoke man dies after motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway

A 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.

74-year-old Georgia man crashes on Blue Ridge Parkway, the 5th biker fatality of year

He was traveling with a group of bikers.

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74-year-old motorcyclist dies in Blue Ridge Parkway crash in N.C.

A 74-year-old man is dead after a crash Sunday afternoon on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

The Best East Coast Road Trips

When you think East Coast, you might automatically think of water. That's normal. And there are indeed stunning coastal roads to be driven, like Maine's

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Motorcyclist dies in crash on Blue Ridge Parkway in N.C.

A 38-year-old man is dead after a motorcycle crash on the Blue Ridge Parkway this weekend.

Teen killed on Blue Ridge Parkway when vehicle lands on guardrail, investigators say

They were a passenger in the vehicle.

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18-year-old woman dies after Blue Ridge Parkway crash in North Carolina

A woman from North Carolina died Monday morning following a single-vehicle crash along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

July 19, 2021 Picture of the Day

Thanks to Doug for sending us today's Picture of the Day from the Blue Ridge Parkway!

Missing 14-year-old Vinton boy safely located

Maddix Brothers has been found and he’s safe, Vinton police announced on Friday.

Motorcycle-riding couple dies in Blue Ridge Parkway crash in North Carolina

A couple from Georgia died Tuesday evening after a crash near the end of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina.

Virginians may soon have two options for Blue Ridge Parkway license plates

Virginians can now preorder a new specialty license plate that’ll support one of the country’s most visited national parks.

Few strong-to-severe storms late Thursday followed by increasing weekend temps

A few storms later in the day Thursday could produce localized wind damage east of the Parkway

9 outdoor adventures to take this summer in Bedford County

From the mountains to the lake, there are plenty of outdoor activities for the whole family, especially with summer just around the corner.

Another section of Blue Ridge Parkway closed until 2022 for repairs

The Roanoke River Bridge on the Blue Ridge Parkway will be closed for repairs.

Two men die in separate incidents along the Blue Ridge Parkway

The 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.

One more summery day before the winds of change blow through

Temps and humidity levels lower while the wind picks up after Thursday night's cool front

Portions of Blue Ridge Parkway near Roanoke to close for repairs

If 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. “We 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,” said Alexa Viets, acting superintendent of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Open sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway are in blue .

Authorities investigating armed robbery along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville

Security footage photos from local retailers show person(s) in possession of the victim’s 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 victim’s stolen credit cards were used at a gas station, a home improvement store and a grocery store. “This crime is a reminder that the Parkway is not immune to the types of incidents one can experience anywhere else,” said Blue Ridge Parkway Chief Ranger Neal Labrie.

Daylight Saving Time marks unofficial start of Explore Park’s busy season

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Daylight Saving Time took effect Sunday morning, which means the sun has risen on Explore Park’s 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. “The weather is starting to change, it’s starting to get warmer, and it’s a little bit brighter for a little bit longer.

‘Tons of red flags popping up’ as family remains hopeful for missing Bedford County man

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – 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 Gibson’s 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. Gibson’s family said they know suicide is a possibility, but their gut says that’s just not right.

Search for missing Bedford County man continues along the Blue Ridge Parkway

ROANOKE, Va. – 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.

Blue Ridge Parkway takes top spot with over 14 million visitors in 2020

ROANOKE, Va. – 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. “The 2020 visitation reminds us that the Parkway’s 1930s design approach, to maximize scenic views and recreational access, continues to be relevant today for those looking for respite and renewal,” said Blue Ridge Parkway Acting Superintendent Alexa Viets.

Stay in! Winter storm creates messy travel, power outage threat Thursday

ROANOKE, Va. – 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.

Slick, drizzly Friday with more rain, freezing rain to come Saturday

While 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 ForwardWe’ll start with slick/icy spots Valentine’s Day morning and temperatures near freezing. We’re once again looking at the chance for freezing rain and rain Tuesday morning.

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