Potential road improvements proposed through Roanoke County study
Read full article: Potential road improvements proposed through Roanoke County studyRoanoke County is working together with VDOT on a study that would look at possible safety improvements to the Route 419/Electric Road corridor between Starkey Road and Springwood Park Drive.
Thanksgiving travel tips: how 2.1 million Virginians can avoid traffic and ensure safety
Read full article: Thanksgiving travel tips: how 2.1 million Virginians can avoid traffic and ensure safetyNearly 2.1 million Virginians will travel this Thanksgiving holiday, marking a 1.1% increase from last year, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic. The surge comes despite economic uncertainties, as Americans continue to prioritize holiday travel and family gatherings.
Virginia Tech researcher shares tips on avoiding distracted driving
Read full article: Virginia Tech researcher shares tips on avoiding distracted drivingDistracted driving endangers lives on the road every day, and a researcher at Virginia Tech is sharing tips on how to stay safe when your phone tempts you while youโre behind the wheel.
13 injured, including 5 children, following crash in Wythe County
Read full article: 13 injured, including 5 children, following crash in Wythe County13 people were injured, five of whom were children, following a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Wythe County on Saturday morning, Virginia State Police said.
VDOT promoting safe driving with National Work Zone Awareness Week
Read full article: VDOT promoting safe driving with National Work Zone Awareness WeekThe Virginia Department of Transportation is promoting safe driving from April 21 to April 25 with National Work Zone Awareness Week. This yearโs theme is โRespect the zone, so we all get home.โ
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.
VSP warns of drunk drivers ahead of St. Patrickโs Day celebrations
Read full article: VSP warns of drunk drivers ahead of St. Patrickโs Day celebrationsMany people are expected to celebrate St. Patrickโs Day all weekend, so the Virginia State Police is urging Virginians to stay safe on the road.
What you need to know about staying safe on the roads during heavy winter weather
Read full article: What you need to know about staying safe on the roads during heavy winter weatherThe Roanoke Police Department are offering up some tips to keep safe on the roads as well as some hazards to watch out for.
Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in Virginia
Read full article: Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in VirginiaThe recent winter storm brought freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, leading to hundreds of crashes across the Commonwealth. Virginia State Police are urging drivers to plan ahead as another storm looms this weekend.
Turn around, donโt drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weather
Read full article: Turn around, donโt drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weatherAAA said only about six inches of water is enough to cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. They told us their biggest advice is to turn around and donโt drown.
Virginia Dept. of Wildlife Resources shares tips to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fall
Read full article: Virginia Dept. of Wildlife Resources shares tips to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fallFall is here! Along with the beautiful colors and falling leaves comes an increased number of deer on the roadways.
Virginia Department of Wildlife: How to avoid hitting a deer on the road
Read full article: Virginia Department of Wildlife: How to avoid hitting a deer on the roadDeer will be on the move in the coming months, according to the Virginia Department of Wildlife. This means the chances of hitting a deer on the road are higher.
โWe cannot afford to be California!โ: Gov. Youngkin vows to fight against gas-vehicle ban
Read full article: โWe cannot afford to be California!โ: Gov. Youngkin vows to fight against gas-vehicle banWhile speaking before an energized crowd Monday, Governor Glenn Youngkin doubled down on his vow to repeal a state law that would ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, a law tying Virginia to Californiaโs plan.
Central Virginia law enforcement educates drivers ahead of national Click It or Ticket event
Read full article: Central Virginia law enforcement educates drivers ahead of national Click It or Ticket eventThe campaign will run from May 22 through June 5, and you could face a $25 fine if youโre caught.
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Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continue
Read full article: Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continueDrivers continue to see soaring prices at the pump. The national average is $3.27, which is up seven cents from the week of Oct. 4. In Virginia, the average is $3.10. Thatโs up nine cents from the previous week.
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How you can avoid distracted driving and save a life
Read full article: How you can avoid distracted driving and save a lifeDistracted driving can vary from adjusting the AC, heat or radio, looking for something or putting on makeup while youโre driving; anything that takes your attention from the road.


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