Apple crop is way early in this most unusual of years Evan Jones August 6, 2012 1 min read Virginia apple growers say they’ve never seen a year like this, but it is nonetheless looking like a good one. Unusual events include a very warm winter, the 17-year-cicadas and one of the hottest Julys on record. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: After years of delays, first South Peak building should be move-in ready by NovemberNext: Camp VA Jaycee property donated to HopeTree Family Services Related Stories 1 min read National Night Out events Denise Membreno August 4, 2025 1 min read Hope and Home task force latest attempt to address homelessness in Roanoke Gene Marrano August 4, 2025 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025