VDOT starts new study on I-81 between Roanoke and Christiansburg Timothy Martin February 4, 2013 1 min read VDOT is starting an environmental study for Interstate 81 between exit 118 in Christiansburg and exit 143 in Roanoke. WFIR’s Timothy Martin says it’s another step in the eventual goal of widening the road. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carvins Cove full again; recent rains assure adequate water supply for full yearNext: Perkins: gun-related murders and aggravated assaults rose 20% last year Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025