Blasting begins Thursday for US 221 project Evan Jones February 2, 2011 1 minute read It’s going to get loud Thursday in southwest Roanoke County when road construction crews begin blasting. More from News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Collection agency targets former customers of Hollywood VideoNext: Roanoke Apco crews help repair Ohio storm damage Related Stories VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026