
State historical marker for Blue Ridge Tunnel to be dedicated in Afton May 18
A state historical marker for the Blue Ridge Tunnel will be dedicated on Thursday, May 18, beginning at 2 p.m. near the Eastern Trailhead parking lot.

A state historical marker for the Blue Ridge Tunnel will be dedicated on Thursday, May 18, beginning at 2 p.m. near the Eastern Trailhead parking lot.
The Commonwealth Transportation Board held a Staunton District meeting last Wednesday to gather community feedback on its 6-year plan.
The following highway work is scheduled, weather permitting, in the Culpeper District during the next week.
VDOT has updated its schedule for road work and maintenance in the Staunton District for the coming week.
The public is encouraged to provide input on projects at nine meetings across Virginia, and the Staunton District meeting will be held May 3.
Significant delays are expected on Route 211 in Shenandoah County starting next week as VDOT contractors begin paving work.
Route 638 (Turkey Ridge Road) in Greene County will be closed to through traffic beginning on Monday while the bridge over South River is replaced.
Sunset Park in Waynesboro is finally under construction, with work set to begin on adding a restroom facility, picnic shelter and two overlooks.
National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 17 to 21, 2023. VDOT encourages motorists to “Work with Us,” this year’s theme.
VDOT has updated its schedule for road work and maintenance in the Staunton District for the coming week.
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