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Bristol District News Archive?

Counties:

Bland, Buchanan, Dickenson, Grayson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise, and Wythe

Cities:

Bristol, Norton

Towns:

Abingdon, Appalachia, Big Stone Gap, Bluefield, Cedar Bluff, Chilhowie, Cleveland, Clinchco, Clinchport, Clintwood, Coeburn, Damascus, Duffield, Dungannon, Fries, Gate City, Glade Spring, Grundy, Haysi, Honaker, Independence, Jonesville, Lebanon, Marion, Nickelsville, Pennington Gap, Pocahontas, Pound, Richlands, Rural Retreat, Saltville, St. Charles, St. Paul, Tazewell, Troutdale, Weber City, Wise, and Wytheville

Truck climbing lanes expected to be added to Interstate 81 in Washington, Smyth counties

WSET-TV - April 7, 2021

Truck climbing lanes expected to be added to Interstate 81 in Washington, Smyth counties

WCYB-TV - April 7, 2021

Bristol rail review part of new state budget

Bristol Herald Courier - March 2, 2021

I-81 Exit 17 improvement project to start in February

WCYB-TV - January 15, 2021

Major overhaul of Exit 19 on I-81 southbound set to begin

WCYB-TV - September 10, 2020

Opinion: Spate of recent truck accidents underscore need for I-81 updates

Southwest Virginia Today - September 9, 2020

Flashing curve signs installed along Interstate 81

Bristol Herald Courier - December 5, 2019

Our View (editorial): Gasoline tax set to take effect along I-81 is better than toll would be

Bristol Herald Courier - June 15, 2019

Higher fuels tax for I-81 area takes effect July 1

Bristol Herald Courier - June 6, 2019

I-81 improvements could begin next year

Bristol Herald Courier - April 24, 2019

Virginia governor open-minded on casino, calls I-81 a priority

Bristol Herald Courier - January 22, 2019

I-81 legislation proposes tolling rates

Bristol Herald Courier - January 17, 2019

I-81 law supported, but tolls not popular

Southwest Times - January 10, 2019

Griffith talks highway funding, opioids at Bristol chamber

Bristol Herald Courier - October 29, 2018

I-81 plan proposes tolls for trucks, cars

Bristol Herald Courier - October 22, 2018

Groups say it’s time to fix I-81

Southwest Times - October 5, 2018

Study identifies $500M in needed I-81 improvements

Bristol Herald Courier - September 2, 2018

I-81 study looks to solutions, funding

Bristol Herald Courier - August 20, 2018

Attendees express concerns about I-81 interchanges, truck traffic at VDOT hearing

Bristol Herald Courier - June 12, 2018

Abingdon named major problem for I-81 travelers

Washington County News - June 12, 2018

Washington County News May 30, 2018

Washington County News - May 30, 2018

Virginia transportation officials seek public input in new I-81 study

Bristol Herald Courier - May 29, 2018

'IDENTIFYING PRIORITIES' Officials eye potential toll study along I-81 to fund corridor improvements

Bristol Herald Courier - May 14, 2018

Salem District News Archive ?

Counties:

Bedford, Botetourt, Carroll, Craig, Floyd, Franklin, Giles, Henry, Montgomery, Patrick, Pulaski and Roanoke

Cities:

Galax, Martinsville, Radford, Roanoke and Salem

Towns:

Bedford, Blacksburg, Boones Mill, Buchanan, Christiansburg, Dublin, Fincastle, Floyd, Glen Lyn, Hillsville, Narrows, New Castle, Pearisburg, Pembroke, Pulaski, Rich Creek, Ridgeway, Rocky Mount, Stuart, Troutville and Vinton

Langrehr - I-81 task force is MIA (editorial)

Roanoke Times – February 24, 2021

Public hearing on next leg of I-81 widening is tonight

WFIR AM/FM – February 9, 2021

VDOT to host public hearing on I-81 widening project

WDBJ-TV – February 8, 2021

Virtual public hearing set for Tuesday on widening section of I-81 in Roanoke County

WFXR-TV – February 8, 2021

VDOT wants your input on new I-81 widening project

WSLS-TV – February 8, 2021

Online resources available highlighting plans to improve I-81 corridor in Virginia

WFXR-TV – December 27, 2020

Keep up with I-81corrider improvements through VDOT

Botetourt Bee – December 23, 2020

Drive tired or park illegally? Truckers' dilemma getting attention

Roanoke Times – November 9, 2020

Drive tired or park illegally? Truckers' dilemma getting attention

News and Advance – November 9, 2020

Public invited to participate in Interstate 81 Advisory Committee’s virtual meeting on Friday

WFXR-TV - October 22, 2020

Virtual I-81 corridor meeting is Oct. 23

Botetourt Bee - October 21, 2020

Interstate 81 Advisory Committee plans virtual meeting on Oct. 23

WFXR - October 21, 2020

I-81 exit 89 ramp extension completed

The Southwest Times - September 29, 2020

Gas tax increase, bonds to fund I-81 upgrades, pass General Assembly

Roanoke Times - March 8, 2020

Two-year project to widen I-81 set to begin this spring

WDBJ - January 22, 2020

VDOT making improvements to stretch of I-81 prone to crashe

WDBJ7 - October 29, 2019

Transportation leaders advance 31 projects to improve Interstate 81

WDBJ - October 22, 2019

Interstate 81 work plan includes more cameras, message boards

WVIR - October 1, 2019

Rural counties push back against regional gas tax increase to fund I-81 improvements

Roanoke Times - August 21, 2019

VDOT: I-81 is one of the most dangerous interstates, projects will begin to improve safety

WSET - August 14, 2019

Public asked to attend Interstate 81 advisory committee meeting

WSET - August 7, 2019

VDOT expands I-81 motorist assistance force

Roanoke Times - July 1, 2019

New laws going into effect: Interstate 81 improvement plan, driver's license suspensions and happy hour promotions

The Roanoke Times - June 29, 2019

Lawmakers appointed to lead new I-81 improvement committee

WDBJ - June 28, 2019

Warner, Kaine urge consideration of federal funding for I-81

Roanoke Times - June 24, 2019

State lawmakers appointed to Interstate 81 Committee

Roanoke Times - June 19, 2019

Gov. Northam signs bills to fund I-81 projects

WSLS - June 7, 2019

Where’s all that Interstate 81 money going?

Virginia Mercury - May 15, 2019

State lawmakers urge Virginia's congressional delegation to secure funding for I-81

Roanoke Times - May 10, 2019

With infrastructure talks renewed, Rep. Ben Cline pitches funding for I-81

Roanoke Times - May 1, 2019

I-81 fix getting mixed reviews from area politicians

Daily Progress - April 11, 2019

General Assembly approves Northam's funding plan for I-81

Roanoke Times - April 3, 2019

Hurst, Rasoul and Gooditis: Now is finally our time to fix Interstate 81

Roanoke Times - April 3, 2019

I-81 funding, driver's license suspensions among issues General Assembly will consider Wednesday

Roanoke Times - April 1, 2019

Gov. Ralph Northam’s I-81 Funding Fixes Eye Trucking Industry

Transport Topics - March 29, 2019

Debate over Interstate 81 funding to continue

WDBJ - February 26, 2019

Last-minute effort to establish funding for I-81 fixes comes to a stop

Roanoke Times - February 22, 2019

Lawmakers making last-minute effort to find funding mechanism for I-81

Roanoke Times - February 20, 2019

Inside the furious social media fight over proposed I-81 tolling

Virginia Mercury - February 19, 2019

Rail advocate to try again as I-81 road measures lack support

Roanoke Times - February 8, 2019

Revised legislation on fixing I-81 doesn't include tolls or taxes

Roanoke Times - January 31, 2019

Virginia Lawmakers Strike Tolling Plan From I-81 Bills

Transport Topics - January 31, 2019

Bills on tolls, gas tax to fix I-81 move to full Senate Finance Committee

Roanoke Times - January 30, 2019

Faraldi: I-81 Tolls Make Sense, Business Alliance Says

News and Advance - January 29, 2019

Transportation body intrigued by trucks-to-rail concept for Interstate 81

Roanoke Times - January 25, 2019

General Assembly notebook: I-81 legislation delayed; Tannerite bill a dud

Roanoke Times - January 23, 2019

Resident survey: I-81 should get the billions in improvements proposed

Roanoke Times - December 17, 2018

Tolls recommended to finance $2 billion in I-81 safety, congestion improvements

Fincastle Herald - December 12, 2018

I-81 corridor improvement plan to go before the General Assembly

WFXR - December 7, 2018

I-81 report reignites a regional debate on transportation funding

Richmond Times-Dispatch - December 4, 2018

Recommendations for improving I-81 corridor heading to General Assembly

WSET - November 30, 2018

I-81 Study Reveals $4.3 Billion In Positive Economic Impact For Region

The Roanoke Star - November 30, 2018

Virginia truck toll study now includes tolls on passenger vehicles

Land Line.com Magazine - November 7, 2018

Trucking industry opposes toll option for Interstate 81

WDBJ - October 30, 2018

Highway officials release draft plan to fix I-81 for $2 billion paid by taxes and tolls

Roanoke Times - October 25, 2018

Roanoke, Botetourt Counties ask for I-81 to be a priority

WDBJ - October 23, 2018

VDOT takes public opinions into consideration for I-81 improvements

WSET - August 29, 2018

Local officials discuss possible I-81 concerns and improvements

WSLS - July 26, 2018

VDOT hosts crowded public meeting for future of Interstate 81

WSLS - June 14, 2018

VDOT to hold public feedback sessions on how to improve Interstate 81

WDBJ - June 13, 2018

How to fix I-81 subject of meeting in Roanoke this week

Martinsburg Bulletin - June 10, 2018

Virginia considers truck-only tolls in upcoming study

Land Line - May 9, 2018

Staunton District News Archive ?

Counties:

Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Clarke, Frederick, Highland, Page, Rockbridge, Rockingham, Shenandoah and Warren

Cities:

Buena Vista, Covington, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Staunton, Waynesboro and Winchester

Towns:

Berryville, Boyce, Bridgewater, Broadway, Clifton Forge, Craigsville, Dayton, Edinburg, Elkton, Front Royal, Glasgow, Goshen, Grottoes, Iron Gate, Luray, Middletown, Monterey, Mount Crawford Mount, Jackson, New Market, Shenandoah, Stanley, Stephens City, Strasburg, Timberville, Toms Brook and Woodstock

Improvements begin on three I-81 ramps in Frederick, Shenandoah counties

Northern Virginia Daily – April 13, 2021

Improvements begin on three I-81 ramps in Frederick, Shenandoah counties

Winchester Star – April 13, 2021

VDOT begins Interstate 81 improvements

WZRV-FM – April 9, 2021

Interstate 81 improvements begin at exits in Shenandoah County, Frederick County

Augusta Free Press – April 8, 2021

Improvement work begins on some I-81 exits

WHSV-TV – April 8, 2021

Auxiliary lane planned along I-81

WSVA-AM/FM – April 2, 2021

VDOT plans new auxiliary lane along southbound I-81 near Staunton

WHSV-TV – March 31, 2021

VDOT planning Interstate 81 auxiliary lane in Augusta County

Augusta Free Press – March 31, 2021

Improvements planned for I-81

WSVA-AM/FM – March 23, 2021

New ways to follow I-81 improvements

WSVA-AM/FM – December 27, 2020

Videos, podcast, newsletter highlight Interstate 81 improvements

Augusta Free Press – December 25, 2020

VDOT delivering updates on I-81 improvements

Northern Virginia Daily – December 23, 2020

VDOT delivering updates on I-81 improvements

Winchester Star – December 23, 2020

Video, podcast series to highlight improvements to I-81 corridor

WCAV-TV – December 22, 2020

Videos, podcasts and newsletter highlight I-81 improvements

Royal Examiner – December 22, 2020

New ways to follow I-81 improvements

WSVA-AM/FM – December 27, 2020

Videos, podcast, newsletter highlight Interstate 81 improvements

Augusta Free Press – December 25, 2020

VDOT delivering updates on I-81 improvements

Northern Virginia Daily – December 23, 2020

VDOT delivering updates on I-81 improvements

Winchester Star – December 23, 2020

Video, podcast series to highlight improvements to I-81 corridor

WCAV-TV – December 22, 2020

Videos, podcasts and newsletter highlight I-81 improvements

Royal Examiner – December 22, 2020

Interstate 81 Advisory Committee meeting virtually on Friday

Augusta Free Press - December 10, 2020

Drive tired or park illegally? I-81 Truckers' dilemma getting attention

News Virginian – November 9, 2020

Gooditis elected chair of the I-81 Advisory Committee

Winchester Star - October 27, 2020

I-81 improvements remain on track

Winchester Star - October 24, 2020

I-81 improvements remain on track

Daily News-Record - October 23, 2020

I-81 improvements remain on track

Northern Virginia Daily - October 23, 2020

I-81 Advisory Committee discusses improvement program for corridor

WHSV-TV - October 23, 2020

I-81 Advisory Committee discusses improvement program for corridor

WVIR-TV - October 23, 2020

Public invited to participate in virtual I-81 improvement meeting

Northern Virginia Daily - October 22, 2020

I-81 Advisory Committee to meet virtually Friday

WHSV-TV - October 22, 2020

I-81 Advisory Committee meeting open to the public

WZRV-FM - October 22, 2020

I-81 Advisory Committee Plans Virtual Meeting Friday

The News-Gazette - October 21, 2020

Interstate 81 Advisory Committee to meet on Friday

Augusta Free Press - October 21, 2020

Changes Made To I-81 Gas Tax

Daily News-Record - October 2, 2020

I-81 Fund Still Strong, Other VDOT Revenue Declined

Daily News-Record - October 1, 2020

Improvements planned to interstate ramps

WSVA AM/FM - September 26, 2020

VDOT completes eight ramp extension projects along I-81 corridor

Augusta Free Press - September 25, 2020

VDOT’s I-81 operational improvements receive national recognition

WZRV-FM - September 14, 2020

VDOT’s Interstate 81 operational improvements receive national recognition

Augusta Free Press - September 14, 2020

VDOT Launches I-81 Improvements Website

Daily News-Record - September 2, 2020

VDOT Truck Parking Task Force Has Yet To Meet

Daily News-Record - August 3, 2020

VDOT launches informational site for I-81 improvements

Daily News-Record - July 27, 2020

VDOT launches new website highlight planned Interstate 81 corridor improvements

Augusta Free Press - July 25, 2020

VDOT launches new I-81 improvement tracking tool

NBC29 - July 24, 2020

Improvements under way at I-81 interchanges in Shenandoah, Frederick

Augusta Free Press - May 10, 2020

I-81 ramp improvements underway

WZRV - May 9, 2020

Construction begins on I-81 ramp improvements

The Northern Virginia Daily - May 8, 2020

Construction begins on I-81 ramp improvements

The Winchester Star - May 8, 2020

Improvements underway at I-81 interchanges in Shenandoah and Frederick Counties

Royal Examiner - May 7, 2020

VDOT starts work to extend on and off-ramps along I-81 in Shenandoah County

WHSV - May 7, 2020

I-81 Corridor Improvement projects underway in the Shenandoah Valley

WHSV3 - March 4, 2020

Sen. Warner calls for more federal funding for I-81 in Virginia

WHSV - February 26, 2020

General Assembly approves gas tax hike to help fund I-81 improvements

Winchester Star - December 27, 2019

Charlottesville area could see benefits from plans to expand rail across Virginia

NBC29 - December 23, 2019

Truckers Say Finding Place To Sleep Along I-81 A Challenge

Daily News Record - November 19, 2019

CTB approves Interstate 81 Corridor Improvement Program projects

Augusta Free Press - October 17, 2019

Wilt, Covington Discuss I-81 Projects, Funding

Daily News-Record - October 5, 2019

Forum will focus on local, regional transportation issues

Winchester Star - October 1, 2019

Interstate 81 Advisory Committee to hold second meeting

WHSV - September 27, 2019

How VDOT hopes to remedy ‘crash-prone’ stretch of I-66

WTOP - September 19, 2019

VDOT announces new Interstate 81 program delivery director

Augusta Free Press - September 19, 2019

I-81 Committee To Host First Meeting

Daily News-Record - August 9, 2019

VDOT's Safety Service Patrol expands on Interstate 81

WHSV - July 2, 2019

VDOT expands Safety Service Patrols along Interstate 81

Augusta Free Press - July 1, 2019

Cartoon: Gas Tax

Winchester Star - June 25, 2019

Report: Widening I-81 Project A "Boondoggle"

Daily News Record - June 22, 2019

Collins, Whitworth appointed to I-81 commission

Winchester Star - June 18, 2019

Fuel tax hike along I-81 takes effect July 1

Northern Virginia Daily - June 18, 2019

Wilt Appointed To I-81 Committee

Daily News-Record - June 15, 2019

State lawmakers want more federal money for I-81 upgrades

Winchester Star - May 14, 2019

Bacon Bits: I-81 Taxes, VCCS Shrinkage, Solar

Bacon’s Rebellion - April 11, 2019

Local road projects to benefit from I-81 funding plan

Loudoun Times-Mirror - April 8, 2019

Collins, LaRock address I-81 funding options in front of GOP women

Winchester Star - April 8, 2019

Gas tax going up along I-81 to pay for road improvements

Winchester Star - April 4, 2019

Legislators to consider gas tax to fix I-81

Winchester Star - April 3, 2019

Governor Northam announces amendments to fund $2 billion I-81 improvement plan

WINA Radio - March 28, 2019

Funding for I-81 by any means necessary, VCTB member says

Winchester Star - March 9, 2019

House unanimously passes I-81 legislation kicking the toll vs. tax funding question down the road

News Leader - February 6, 2019

Where legislation stands at halfway point of General Assembly session

The News Virginian - February 6, 2019

House passes Landes Interstate 81 legislation

Augusta Free Press - February 6, 2019

House unanimously passes I-81 legislation kicking the toll vs. tax funding question down the road

News Leader - February 6, 2019

Where legislation stands at halfway point of General Assembly session

The News Virginian - February 6, 2019

House passes Landes Interstate 81 legislation

Augusta Free Press - February 5, 2019

Lawmakers reject plan for tolls on Interstate 81

Winchester Star - February 2, 2019

Committee passes bill to fund I-81 improvements, re-examine funding

WHSV - January 31, 2019

Trucking firms oppose I-81 tolls

Winchester Star - January 30, 2019

Senators introduce Interstate 81 bill

Winchester Star - January 19, 2019

Obenshain I-81 Bill Allows For No-Toll Local Driving

WSVA - January 16, 2019

How tolling on Interstate 81 will work

News Leader - January 15, 2019

Northam, GOP lawmakers back I-81 tolls

Winchester Star - January 9, 2019

Tolls Recommended For I-81

Daily News-Record - January 9, 2019

Poll: Most residents along I-81 support spending $2 billion to improve roadway

Winchester Star - December 18, 2018

Poll: Majority of I-81 drivers do not feel safe, support improvements

WHSV - December 17, 2018

Commonwealth Transportation Board adopts I-81 improvement recommendations

Page News and Courier - December 14, 2018

State releases I-81 plan, commuters spared from tolls

News Leader - December 7, 2018

Commonwealth Transportation Board OKs interstate plan

Northern Virginia Daily - December 7, 2018

CTB Approves I-81 Improvement Plan

WFTR WZRV - December 7, 2018

Plan: Widen I-81 In City — General Assembly Will Consider Proposals

Daily News-Record - December 7, 2018

Lawmakers Talk I-81, Education

Daily News-Record - December 6, 2018

Local legislators focus on Interstate 81 at legislative session

WHSV - December 6, 2018

Virginia transportation officials approve I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan

WHSV TV - December 5, 2018

I-81 plan approved by CTB, advances to General Assembly

Winchester Star - December 5, 2018

VDOT eyeing improvements to Interstate 81

WDVM - December 3, 2018

Study: Fixing I-81 could bring billions in economic activity to Western Virginia

Augusta Free Press - December 1, 2018

VDOT to recommend widening of Interstate 81 in Frederick

Winchester Star - December 1, 2018

Del. Landes Discusses Potential Tolls on Interstate 81

WVIR TV - November 4, 2018

Tolling 'an option' to pay for Interstate 81 improvements

WDVM - October 31, 2018

Del. Landes visits Staunton, talks about resolutions to I-81 problems

WHSV TV - October 31, 2018

Virginia considers tolls or taxes to pay for I-81 upgrades

WTOP - October 31, 2018

Transportation official: Improving I-81 in Frederick County a 'real possibility'

Winchester Star - October 27, 2018

Broadband Access, I-81 Issues Dominate Discussion at Governor's Summit

WVIR - October 24, 2018

Frederick concerned it may not get I-81 fixes it needs

Winchester Star - October 23, 2018

Tolling considered to pay for I-81 improvements

Winchester Star - October 20, 2018

$2B upgrade to I-81 requires tolls or tax hikes

The News-Virginian - October 19, 2018

Truck tolls, taxes considered to pay for I-81 fixes

WHSV TV - October 18, 2018

VDOT Shares Plans to Reduce Vehicle Crashes, Delays on I-81

WVIR Ch 29 - October 17, 2018

VDOT unveils package of I-81 upgrades to answer General Assembly study mandate

News Leader - October 17, 2018

Final I-81 Meeting On Tap

Daily News-Record - October 8, 2018

Transportation panel wants more expansive improvements to I-81

Winchester Star - August 28, 2018

Quad-state officials grapple with cost of improving I-81

Winchester Star - August 25, 2018

Region's I-81 fix could cost $1 billion

News Virginian - August 24, 2018

Proposed improvements to Interstate 81 unveiled

Winchester Star - August 24, 2018

VDOT to Host Meeting on I-81 Improvements

WVIR TV - August 22, 2018

I-81 Coalition surveying business owners along corridor

WHSV TV - August 22, 2018

I-81 corridor project meeting today

Northern Virginia Daily - August 22, 2018

VDOT plans to make improvements to the I-81 corridor in Virginia

WDVM - August 22, 2018

VDOT to hold more public feedback sessions on improving Interstate 81

WHSV - August 1, 2018

Tolls, drones among key proposals for I-81 traffic fixes

WTOP - July 26, 2018

Local lawmakers discuss how General Assembly can affect I-81, internet sales

WHSV - June 27, 2018

I-81 funding option could be challenged

Northern Virginia Daily - June 19, 2018

Region: Officials discuss the 'ongoing, growing problem' of I-81

Winchester Star - June 18, 2018

Leaders converge for public input on I-81

News Virginian - June 14, 2018

Officials Seek To Tackle Interstate Woes Gather Input Before Determining Options

Daily News-Record - June 14, 2018

Community weighs in on ways to improve Interstate 81

WHSV - June 14, 2018

‘Something has to be done’: Crowd tells VDOT what’s wrong with I-81

Northern Virginia Daily - June 13, 2018

VDOT Looking to Improve I-81 Corridor, Wants Public Input

WVIR - June 13, 2018

Crowd tells VDOT what’s wrong with I-81

Winchester Star - June 13, 2018

VDOT To Hold Hearing On I-81 To Discuss Improvement Plan At BRCC Wednesday

Daily News-Record - June 12, 2018

VDOT Seeking Public Input from Staunton District on I-81 Corridor Improvement Plan

WVIR TV - June 8, 2018

I-81 study to begin; public meetings planned

Winchester Star - May 29, 2018

Feedback sought on I-81 improvement plan

The News Virginian - May 29, 2018

VDOT to hold public feedback sessions on how to improve Interstate 81

WHSV TV - May 29, 2018

Virginia to study putting tolls on I-81 commercial traffic, HOV lanes

News Leader - May 16, 2018

Small trucking companies worry about the possibility of I-81 tolls

WHSV - April 19, 2018

Obenshain happy governor signed I-81 bill

Northern Virginia Daily - April 12, 2018

Northam signs bill initiating Interstate 81 corridor improvement plan

Augusta Free Press - April 10, 2018