A-T is still safe but be “street smart” says official Gene Marrano May 20, 2019 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Ohio man sues white supremacists over 2017 Virginia rallyNext: Trial set to begin in case targeting Virginia abortion laws Related Stories 1 min read September is National Recovery Month Denise Membreno September 18, 2025 1 min read All is need is LOVE … in Roanoke County Gene Marrano September 18, 2025 2 min read Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by 12 Points in Virginia governor’s race, new poll finds Ian Price September 18, 2025