Flu cases are on the rise in southwest Virginia Evan Jones January 31, 2011 1 minute read Flu cases are picking up in southwestern Virginia. The numbers are now labeled as “widespread,” and health officials say it is not too late to get a flu shot to help protect yourself from the virus. The story from News/Talk 960’s Evan Jones: Share: Post navigation Previous: Crunching the numbers: localities prepare for another tough budgetNext: Virginia taxpayers see changes this year in e-filing state taxes Related Stories WalletHub Study Finds Virginia’s Kids to be Among the Most Privileged in the Nation Emma Thomas August 7, 2026 Virginia Tech Education Expert Highlights Ways AI Might be Used Responsibly in Schools Emma Thomas August 7, 2026 CHIP of Roanoke Valley holds its 5th annual Back to School Celebration Gene Marrano August 6, 2026