Blue Ridge Parkway gets funding boost Gene Marrano April 29, 2022 1 min read Counties and cities that border the Blue Ridge Parkway could see a boost in tourism numbers and the dollars visitors leave behind due to a federal grant announced this week. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Open Studios Tour back in person this weekendNext: LewisGale, City of Salem celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting Related Stories 2 min read From Red Sox to RidgeYaks: Salem’s minor league team unveils new identity Ian Price November 8, 2025 1 min read Roanoke airport feels effects of longest U.S. government shutdown Web Staff November 7, 2025 1 min read Huddle Up Moms co-founder honored as Social Entrepreneur of the Year by JA Gene Marrano November 6, 2025