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 The Lebanese Festival returns May 29-31 Gene Marrano May 26, 2026 Roanoke mayor speaks on privacy concerns over new surveillance tools Web Staff May 26, 2026 Stephanie Moon Reynolds officially launches campaign for Roanoke City Council Web Staff May 25, 2026