As Labor Day approaches, there are a bunch of events that you can look forward to this weekend, and travelers will also find some relief this holiday weekend.
Independence Day celebrations have kicked-off across the Commonwealth, and for many that means hitting the road for a well-deserved vacation.
The Virginia Breeze announced that they have seen a 25% increase in riders in March 2025 when compared to March 2024. This is their highest number of monthly passengers they’ve seen, at 8,049. The Velley Flyer route also reached its highest reported number of passengers at 4,385 in March.
The Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.
The Virginia Department of Transportation has warned travelers of hazardous roads due to the winter storm currently impacting our area.
With it being deer season here in our Commonwealth, there is an increased risk for deer-vehicle collisions. These can be incredibly dangerous, not just for the deer, but for you and other drivers.
With icy road conditions impacting our region, the risk of car accidents has increased. Virginia State Police has seen a major uptick in car crashes since Winter Storm Blair, and with a higher risk of car accidents, there’s an increased risk of road rage.
Folks are loading up their cars and heading down the road to see family and friends for the holiday, but while on the roads, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Jermaine Coles, a Roanoke native, got to thank his 6th Grade Social Studies teacher nearly 30 years after taking her class for the lasting lessons.
The Fourth of July travel rush is getting underway, and officials at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport said they’re preparing for potentially record-breaking numbers.
The sequoias and redwoods — which aren’t invasive — have still managed to grow and survive after being introduced and planted in the 1800s throughout the northern part of the region.
The Virginia Department of Transportation and Roanoke County held a community meeting on Monday to seek feedback on the Peters Creek Road and Williamson Road areas.
It’s that time of year again, when warmer temperatures have us thinking about spring and spring break, and if you’re lucky you might be planning a getaway.
A commercial flight from New York to Lisbon reached its destination an hour ahead of its normal flight time, thanks to extreme upper level winds.
TravelBash is different from other travel agencies because it includes travel designers, event curators, and wedding specialists here to make your special day or group celebration truly unique. Founder of TravelBash, Courtnie Nichols talks about why she started the company.
At Graham Media Group, we pride ourselves on being innovative and having the ability to collaborate with anyone. That’s why we went producers from our station to a sister station in another city to learn to learn a thing or two, and teach a thing or two.
A Bedford County man tried to bring a loaded gun onto a flight on Dec. 26, according to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Hitting the road this holiday season? The Virginia Department of Transportation has released a list of projects that could impact your travels.
It might seem like a new-brainer, but the Christiansburg chief of police said making sure all your doors are locked is the biggest deterrent for theft.
Participants — who must be certified divers — draw the design of their pumpkins on the surface, then take them anywhere from 5 to 10 feet underwater to carve them.
Since the war between Israel and Hamas started on Oct. 7, it’s fair to wonder how those who have planned trips or tours in the region will be affected.
AAA said gas prices are down more than 20 cents in the past month, but this doesn't mean the war might not impact prices in the near future.
Back in 1971, Donald Judd was a renown artist who was already a success in New York City, but he pined for something that even an arts haven like the Big Apple couldn’t offer.
From crumbling streets and potholes, to the future of electric vehicles, this latest episode is filled with all kinds of answers and solutions.
This is one option for viewing fall colors that might give enthusiasts a more unique perspective than usual.
Dollywood’s Harvest Festival celebrates the beauty of fall in the Smokies with thousands of carved pumpkins, spirited performances from talented artists and the fun of Great Pumpkin LumiNights.
Mike Stewart, the executive director of Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, was named the 2023 Virginia Airport Manager of the Year, awarded by the Virginia Department of Aviation.
Every summer, the town of Calumet in the northernmost tip of the Upper Peninsula hosts a pasty festival, an event to celebrate the popular food in the region. But this year's event will feature something new.
Starting in 2024, travelers who have previously come to the continent without a visa will need an additional authorization document that is linked to a passport.
The average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
The Irish government has launched an initiative called “Our Living Islands,” a 10-year plan that aims to revitalize more than a dozen islands off the country’s coast.
If you’ve turned on the news in the last few days, you probably already know about the Titan submersible, a submarine of sorts that has been missing since Sunday after a voyage to the wreckage sight of the Titanic.
From grabbing a bite to eat at your favorite local restaurant or dessert shop to hitting the water, there are plenty of things to do and places to visit across Southwest Virginia.
