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Category - History
Local History: Historic Fincastle in Botetourt County
Tuesday, March 12, 2019 2:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
A drive through historic Fincastle is a treat for those who love quaint buildings, small town charm,
Dixie Caverns in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains
Wednesday, February 20, 2019 10:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
If you’re a sucker for natural wonders, you’re going to love a visit to Virginia’s Blue Ridge where
Local History: Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia's Blue Ridge
Tuesday, January 29, 2019 12:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
The “Jewel of the Blue Ridge” is glistening Smith Mountain Lake, a lure for those seeking recreation
Roanoke: Home of Black Dog Salvage & the Salvage Dawgs
Friday, January 11, 2019 9:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
The people of Virginia’s Blue Ridge are so easy to love. Among them are Mike Whiteside and Robert
Local History: Franklin County - The Moonshine Capital
Tuesday, January 8, 2019 6:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
The days of illegal moonshine are long gone. Or are they? A visit to Franklin County is a visit to
Virginia Museum of Transportation in Downtown Roanoke
Wednesday, December 12, 2018 12:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
Our favorite place in Virginia’s Blue Ridge for planes, trains, and automobiles is the Virginia
Local History: Mill Mountain in Roanoke
Thursday, November 29, 2018 10:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
Part of the experience of visiting Virginia’s Blue Ridge is getting a sense of place. Our most
World War 2 History at the National D-Day Memorial
Friday, November 9, 2018 3:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
One of the most meaningful stops you can make in Virginia’s Blue Ridge is the National D-Day
The 611 Returns Home to Virginia's Blue Ridge
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 3:00 PM by David Aldridge
The iconic 611 is returning home to Downtown Roanoke in Virginia's Blue Ridge!
The "Queen of Steam,"
