Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge prepares for post-coronavirus tourism Rachel Meell April 14, 2020 1 min read The tourism industry in Virginia’s Blue Ridge has taken a major blow because of the coronavirus, but efforts are still being made to prepare the region for when people can travel again. WFIR intern reporter Rachel Meell has more: About the Author Rachel Meell View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Roanoke County promotes services to help businesses impacted by pandemicNext: Female inmate dies from COVID-19 Related Stories 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 2 min read Teen sentenced following firearm incident at Franklin County High School Clark Palmer October 9, 2025 1 min read Virginia military wife calls on House Speaker Mike Johnson to pass bill to pay service members Clark Palmer October 9, 2025