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Ben Cline projected to win the U.S. House 6th district seat, defeating Ken Mitchell
Read full article: Ben Cline projected to win the U.S. House 6th district seat, defeating Ken MitchellIncumbent Ben Cline (R), Ken Mitchell (D) and Robby Wells, Jr. (I) are vying for Virginia’s 6th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives.
VSP investigating single-vehicle crash that killed 36-year-old man in Wythe County Sunday
Read full article: VSP investigating single-vehicle crash that killed 36-year-old man in Wythe County SundayThe VSP is currently investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a 36-year-old man
Tractor-trailer crash causing 3-mile backup on I-81S in Botetourt County
Read full article: Tractor-trailer crash causing 3-mile backup on I-81S in Botetourt CountyIf you’re driving along I-81 southbound in Botetourt County, a tractor trailer crash could slow down your morning commute, according to VDOT.
Authorities identify victims in crash on I-81S in Wythe County
Read full article: Authorities identify victims in crash on I-81S in Wythe CountyWe’ve now learned that two people died and two others were hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 South in Wythe County Thursday evening.
Troutville weigh station closure leaves I-81 truck drivers with one less overnight parking option
Read full article: Troutville weigh station closure leaves I-81 truck drivers with one less overnight parking optionA Troutville weigh station along I-81 is closed for truck driver parking overnight. According to a DMV spokesperson, they’ve had to stop allowing parking in the lot due to an increase in trash.
VDOT: Be prepared for significant delays because of I-81 lane closure
Read full article: VDOT: Be prepared for significant delays because of I-81 lane closureThe Virginia Department of Transportation expects drivers to sit in traffic and wait in Roanoke County along I-81. The reason is that road repair will last until at least Thursday.
VDOT begins winter weather preps, addressing concerns
Read full article: VDOT begins winter weather preps, addressing concernsVDOT is gearing up to keep the roads clear this winter. By improving contracting to be more flexible, competitive, and attractive to contractors to address equipment and personnel shortages.
VDOT: Southbound I-81 lane closure removed in Roanoke County, Botetourt County lane closure to begin
Read full article: VDOT: Southbound I-81 lane closure removed in Roanoke County, Botetourt County lane closure to beginAs of 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, the right lane closure on southbound I-81 at mile marker 138.4 has been removed, according to VDOT.
VDOT: I-81S Troutville Rest Area to remain closed through Thanksgiving, possibly longer
Read full article: VDOT: I-81S Troutville Rest Area to remain closed through Thanksgiving, possibly longerCrews had hoped that the rest area would be back open ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, but we’re told delays in completing construction have delayed the process.