VBR sees solid visitation growth numbers in 2024, in early 2025 also Gene Marrano August 11, 2025 1 min read Virginia’s Blue Ridge – like the rest of the Commonwealth – saw visitation numbers climb higher in 2024 versus 2023, and in some cases back to pre-pandemic level. WFIR’s Gene Marrano crunches the numbers: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Miyares calls Democratic opponent “soft” on violent crime; challenger responds with public safety planNext: Roanoke delegate calls antisemitism claims ‘silly season’ politics Related Stories 1 min read RAMP welcomes new, diverse array of startups to Fall 2025 cohort Gene Marrano October 1, 2025 1 min read Roanoque Baroque is back, Monstersongs is coming and The Spot’s Bourbon, Bubbly and Brew fundraiser Gene Marrano October 1, 2025 1 min read Writer By Bus debuts 2025 book, new Valley Metro bus wrap Gene Marrano October 1, 2025