Celebrating bluegrass roots; new exhibit, familiar music Evan Jones May 27, 2011 1 min read The Blue Ridge Parkway is opening a permanent exhibit today that celebrates the region’s music heritage. More from News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/05-27-Parkway-Wrap1-WEB.mp3|titles=05-27 Parkway Wrap1-WEB] Click here for full Blue Ridge Music Center information, including the full schedule of weekend events. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: New census numbers releasedNext: UPDATED: Cox reports Roanoke service restored Related Stories 1 min read Former Roanoke Schools central office is now the Community Empowerment Center at Booker T. Washington Gene Marrano August 29, 2025 1 min read Consumer sentiment ticks up – tariffs impact not yet felt in full says RC economics professor Gene Marrano August 29, 2025 1 min read Roanoke City Sheriff Antonio Hash responds to accusations brought by his opponent Clark Palmer August 29, 2025