A large portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway will be closed starting April 14 for repaving and rehabilitation, the Blue Ridge Parkway External Affairs Office said.

A 27-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Botetourt County on Saturday, according to Virginia State Police.

The Blue Ridge Parkway is on the road to recovery after Hurricane Helene and numerous winter storms.

Blue Ridge Parkway leaders are slated to provide an update on storm recovery efforts following the significant damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

Two people were killed after a motor vehicle crash near milepost 11 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Nelson County on Sunday, according to the National Park Service.

The 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.

If you’re planning on traveling along the Blue Ridge Parkway anytime soon, there are several closures in place that you’ll want to be aware of.

Roanoke County and the Virginia Department of Transportation are working out plans to connect the Greenway from Roanoke City to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

A new specialty license plate in Virginia will help with improvements along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Evening weather forecast detailed by chief meteorologist Jeff Hanowicz, covering cold weather advisory and regional weather updates.

Mabry 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?

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.

The iconic spot on the Blue Ridge Parkway is in need of repair.

A 53-year-old hiker from India is dead after he suffered from cardiac arrest while hiking on the Humpback Rocks trail.

The Blue Ridge Parkway is finally back open after Helene - and it’s just in time for peak fall season. At Peaks of Otter, they say the month of October keeps the guests rolling in.

The National Park Service announced Thursday that the Blue Ridge Parkway from milepost 0 to milepost 198 in Virginia will re-open at 8 a.m. Friday.

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The National Park Services announced Thursday that the full length of the Blue Ridge Parkway would be closed due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.

A 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.

The 469-mile scenic route, which winds through the Appalachian Mountains, crosses multiple Southwest Virginia towns

Virginia State Police is investigating a motorcycle crash that occurred on Tuesday on Blue Ridge Parkway

A few storms Thursday could become severe with localized wind damage being the main threat

You'll have to get to a dark spot with a clear view of the northern sky, but there's potential.

The National Park Service announced that the Blue Ridge Parkway will receive $75 million for safety improvements and repairs.

The project spans 24 miles and will include closures over the next 3 years.

A man was airlifted from the Blue Ridge Parkway after a motorcycle crash sent him nearly 100 feet over an embankment over the weekend.

The crash sent the driver of the motorcycle over the embankment.

The National Park Service told 10 News that the wildfire is now 100% contained and out.

The Blue Ridge Parkway was a popular destination in 2023, with 16.7 million people visiting the scenic highway over the span of a year.

Construction is underway to expand the East Roanoke River Greenway in Roanoke County.

The Blue Ridge Parkway is back open after crews worked to clear debris from the Matts Creek wildfire, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

The wildfire in Patrick County has burned around 1,150 acres in the Ravens Den, Tuggles Gap, and Blue Ridge Parkway area.

Virginia's second wildfire season runs through the end of November, and there are certain factors that make this year more susceptible.

Temperatures peak in the 70s and 80s Sunday, but they'll start in the 20s Thursday morning

Fall 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.

The TODAY Show named Roanoke in their list of "fun fall weekend getaway."

A 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.

Tourism spending on the Blue Ridge Parkway contributed $1.3 billion to the local economy last year, according to a new report.

The Blue Ridge Parkway’s Otter Creek Campground will be closing early this season.

Several northern states may see it, but it's unlikely we will in our corner of the Commonwealth

A man is dead after a single motorcycle crash on the Blue Ridge Parkway Saturday, according to the National Park Service.

If you’re planning on visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway anytime soon, know that there could be short delays in parts of the parkway due to construction.

The 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.

The USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championship returns to Southwest Virginia this week.

The 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 completed a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run Sunday for the 70.3 Ironman in Roanoke.

Thousands of athletes from all over the world are coming to the Roanoke Valley for the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 Virginia’s Blue Ridge Triathlon.

Organizers of the Carilion Clinic IRONMAN 70.3 have announced that after the upcoming 2023 race in June, the event will be paused.

Amherst County Public Safety says their crews are fighting two large wildfires in the county.

Some storms will be capable of producing hail or damaging wind Thursday afternoon and evening

A motorcycle collision on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Bedford left one man dead and another hospitalized Tuesday, according to the National Park Service.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Rain increases Saturday and will be around at times Sunday

Hotter, drier weather follows the front Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Anything that develops the next few days could be heavy

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.