Delegate says bipartisan approach led to I-81 funding Gene Marrano April 30, 2019 1 min read Photo: VDOT traffic cam More overall lanes, dedicated truck climbing lanes and other safety measures – Interstate 81’s long overdue upgrade may finally be seeing the light at the end of the tunnel as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Road Rage in Boones Mill: Man shoots out tire of woman’s vehicleNext: Virginia winery plans major expansion Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke College responds to claims made by Attorney General Jason Miyares Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Drug investigation in Bedford County leads to the seizure of $440,000 worth of narcotics Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Reports: Washington Commanders and WR Terry McLaurin reach deal on extension Clark Palmer August 25, 2025