Almost 16 million saw Blue Ridge Parkway last year Camden Lazenby July 1, 2022 1 min read (Public domain photo) What started out as a public works project in the Great Depression is now bringing more than a billion dollars worth of revenue to Appalachian economies. WFIR’s Camden Lazenby has more. About the Author Camden Lazenby View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Shooting last night in NW Roanoke leads to serious gunshot wound, arrestNext: Multiple apartments affected, people displaced after Vinton fire Related Stories 1 min read Last Wason Center survey shows Spanberger maintaining sizable lead over Earle-Sears for Governor; Lt. Governor, AG races very close Gene Marrano October 27, 2025 1 min read Halloween Festival builds community Denise Membreno October 27, 2025 1 min read Goodwill says shop their thrift stores for last minute Halloween costumes – or any time of year Gene Marrano October 27, 2025