Federal shutdown does not shut down visitor numbers on Blue Ridge Parkway Bob Clark November 1, 2013 1 min read The Blue Ridge Parkway saw steady traffic during the government shutdown. Many of the parkway’s workers were furloughed during the shutdown, but the parkway itself remained open. The story from WFIR’s Bob Clark. About the Author Bob Clark View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Apco crews busy after high winds knock out power to thousands in VANext: Virginia Western president says many students would benefit from four-year tuition proposal Related Stories 2 min read Roanoke County Schools to host community meetings to discuss student safety and mental health issues Clark Palmer August 28, 2025 2 min read Roanoke Man Pleads Guilty to Witness Tampering After Sending Illicit Texts to Teen Clark Palmer August 28, 2025 1 min read New indoor golf experience set to open in Roanoke later this fall Web Staff August 28, 2025