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Upcoming summit to discuss impacts of regional walking, biking projects

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The 2023 Walk-Bike Summit will be held on Friday, Oct. 20 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Russell Museum in downtown Waynesboro.

Local, regional and state stakeholders will discuss the positive impacts of regional walking and biking projects on health and the economy by highlighting the Virginia Capital Trail, the South River Greenway and other area projects.

An optional walking tour of Sunset Park will be offered following the summit from 1-2 p.m. followed by Happy Hour at Basic City Brewery from 2-4 p.m.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

The Russell Museum is located at 518 W. Main St. in Waynesboro.

The event is free, but registration is requested.

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Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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