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Turner Pavilion parking lot to be impacted by Municipal Building project in Harrisonburg

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The City of Harrisonburg will soon begin work renovating the historic Municipal Building connected to City Hall, which will require parking changes to the nearby lot between Main Street and Liberty Street around the Turner Pavilion. Parking permits will no longer be available for...

Harrisonburg, VA · 21h
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VDOT seeks public input on two Route 29 intersections

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Virginia Department of Transportation wants public input on two Route 29 intersections as the state studies possible improvements in Albemarle and Fauquier counties. In Albemarle County, the study covers Route 29, also called Seminole Trail, at Airport Road and Proffit Road. In Fauquier County, the...

Albemarle County, VA · 1d
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Virginia’s Speed Limiter Lets Super Speeders Go 5 MPH Over for 30 Seconds, Twice per Drive

Virginia has started installing speed-capping devices in the cars of some convicted drivers, and similar programs are gaining ground across the country. If your state hasn’t debated it yet, it probably will soon. Before it does, the fine print on…

Virginia · 4d

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There’s A Historic Train Depot In Virginia That Whisks You Back To The Early 1900s

There’s a spot in Montpelier Station, Virginia where the calendar on the wall still reads 1927, the telegraph equipment sits ready for the next message, and the only thing missing is the sound of a steam whistle cutting through the trees. The Historic Montpelier Railroad Depot, built around 1910,...

Montpelier Station, VA · 1d
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10 Virginia Train Rides That Could Make Thanksgiving Weekend The Best Part Of The Trip

One Virginia excursion train sends you through a tunnel about a mile long while you sit in a passenger car from the 1940s. That fact alone made me want to rethink the whole Thanksgiving plan. Another ride starts its holiday season right after Thanksgiving, with hot cocoa, cookies, and Santa...

Virginia · 1d

Country Herald

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Virginia Winter Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-95 Can Freeze

Richmond, Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia drivers should know why salted highways can still freeze.

Virginia · 1d

BlueRidgeLife

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VDOT Prepares For Coming Winter Driving Season

VDOT HQ – Richmond. As leaves begin to fall and the temperatures drop, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is in the final stages of getting ready for snow season. Though preparations begin in the summer, it’s this time of year crews focus on inspecting snow-fighting equipment and ensuring materials and drivers are ready for the first forecasted flakes of snow.

Richmond, VA · 2d

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Overnight I-81 North Ramp Closure Planned in Harrisonburg Nov. 11-12

HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - A ramp along Interstate 81 North in Harrisonburg will close overnight Wednesday and Thursday as crews continue work on the I-81 Widening Harrisonburg project. The ramp to and from Route 33 West (Exit 247B) will be closed from 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, until 7 a.m....

Harrisonburg, VA · 3d

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New DMV campaign drives home consequences of eyes off the road

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle has a simple message for drivers who get distracted by their phone: "Open Your Eyes." DMV launched its latest campaign Monday, Nov. 9 aimed at persuading drivers, especially younger ones, to focus on the road ahead of them instead of their mobile phones while behind the wheel. The 30-second public service announcement conjures images of psychological thriller movies, setting scenes that first appear to be normal life before taking an unusual and scary path. In a statement accompanying the launch, DMV Commissioner Saundra Jack said the commercial highlights the "serious risks" of looking away, even for just a few seconds. The video opens with a series of young drivers − a man, a woman with a crying child, and a couple −placing their hands over their eyes. Tension builds as the woman and the couple appear headed toward a collision, stopping just before impact. It closes with each occupant uncovering their eyes and realizing what happened due to being unaware of their surroundings. “Our campaign was developed to present these risks in a new light and shift the mindset of those who see no harm in taking their eyes off the road; whether they’re

Virginia · 3d

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Vehicle fire near Afton, Augusta County, shuts down part of I-64

NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WHSV) - The response to a vehicle fire is impacting traffic on Interstate 64 just outside of Augusta County on Tuesday. The fire happened at mile marker 101 of I-64 in Nelson County, according to VDOT 511. All westbound lanes were closed earlier in the afternoon, but as of 5:39 p.m., only the west right lane and right shoulder are closed. Traffic backups are about 4.5 miles, according to VDOT.

Augusta County, VA · 2d

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Virginia Gas Prices: Cheapest and most expensive places to fill up - Nov. 9, 2026

VIRGINIA – As gasoline prices continue to fluctuate amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, 10 News is working for you to track what you can expect at the pump. As of Friday, Nov. 9, a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline averages $3.85, according to AAA. Average diesel prices stand at $6.15 per gallon, while premium gasoline averages $4.75 per gallon.

Roanoke, VA · 4d

PWLiving

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VDOT is Ready for Winter Weather

As leaves are falling and the temperatures drop, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is in the final stages of getting ready for snow season. Though preparations begin in the summer, it’s this time of year crews focus on inspecting snow-fighting equipment and ensuring materials and drivers are ready for the first forecasted flakes of snow.

Virginia · 3d

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Potential bump in Metrobus fares raises concerns for County Board member

A County Board member is urging caution around a possible increase in the cost of riding Metrobus. With Metrobus ridership down across Northern Virginia and the broader region, Metro officials need to be “very, very careful about raising fares right now in the current environment,” County Board member Takis Karantonis said at a Nov. 5 meeting of the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC).

Virginia · 3d

Country Herald

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Virginia Drivers Face Winter Risks From Reported Stop Sign Challenge

Reported stop-sign challenge raises safety concerns as Virginia prepares for icy roads and earlier sunsets.

Virginia · 5d

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Traffic delays in the Shenandoah Valley – Week of November 9, 2026

HARRISONBURG, VA (Virginia Department of Transportation) — The following is a list of maintenance and construction work that may affect traffic in the Shenandoah Valley. Scheduled work is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. When traveling through a work zone, use extreme caution and be alert for lane closures and traffic-pattern changes.

Shenandoah Valley, VA · 4d

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The Most Famous Steam Locomotive In The World Is Right Here In Virginia And You Can Explore It

There’s a good chance you’ve never stood three feet away from a piece of moving history that weighs several hundred thousand pounds and breathes actual fire. Well, Virginia’s got one, and it’s parked right in Staunton whenever it’s not out running the rails. The Norfolk...

Staunton, VA · 7d

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New driver’s license requirements for young adults take effect January 1, 2027

RICHMOND, VA (Rocktown Now) — Beginning January 1, 2027, Virginians ages 18 to 20 applying for their first driver’s license will need to meet new licensing requirements. Under the new law, applicants must hold a learner’s permit for at least 90 days and complete an approved driver education course before receiving their license.

Virginia · 5d

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6 Things Virginia Tow Truck Drivers Wish Drivers Did After a Breakdown

Break down on a Virginia highway, and #77 on your phone can connect you with free help. Tow truck drivers wish more stranded drivers knew that, along with what to do while they wait. Here’s what Virginia tow truck drivers wish drivers did after a breakdown. Note: This is...

Virginia · 5d

WAVY News 10

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‘Open Your Eyes’ Virginia DMV campaign aims to stop distracted driving

RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia DMV announced a new driving campaign—”Open Your Eyes”—to reduce distracted driving and encourage people to keep their eyes on the road, not their phones. Distracted driving is a huge issue in the Commonwealth; so far this year in Virginia, preliminary data report 11,953 crashes, 93 fatalities, and 816 serious […]

Virginia · 3d

WAVY News 10

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Extra Amtrak Express buses to be added in Virginia for holiday travel

Virginia · 3d