A-T is still safe but be “street smart” says official Gene Marrano May 20, 2019 1 minute read The fatal stabbing of a man hiking the Appalachian Trail in Wythe County last week – his female companion was wounded – should raise awareness levels but not turn people away from the A-T. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Ohio man sues white supremacists over 2017 Virginia rallyNext: Trial set to begin in case targeting Virginia abortion laws Related Stories Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026