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 3 minutes read Radford University chair warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ as Venezuela transitions to new leadership Ian Price January 8, 2026 0 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Flu cases peaked locally around Christmas Gene Marrano January 7, 2026 0