Blasting begins Thursday for US 221 project Evan Jones February 2, 2011 1 minute read It’s going to get loud Thursday in southwest Roanoke County when road construction crews begin blasting. More from News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Collection agency targets former customers of Hollywood VideoNext: Roanoke Apco crews help repair Ohio storm damage Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026