Apple crop is way early in this most unusual of years Evan Jones August 6, 2012 1 minute 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. Share: Post navigation 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 RPD Arrests Man for Fatal Hit and Run Crash in Northeast Clark Palmer April 1, 2026 0 Art exhibit opening receptions; Roanoque Baroque Good Friday concert, Little Shop of Horrors at Radford U. Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0 United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is seeking more Local Heroes Gene Marrano April 1, 2026 0