Gypsy moths make a comeback this year; state works to limit damage in 2017 Evan Jones August 8, 2016 1 minute read USDA photo Gypsy moths made a bit of a comeback this year in parts of southwest Virginia, and the state’s Department of Forestry hopes some damage mapping work this year will help limit the harm to trees next year. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Load the Bus school supplies campaign kicks offNext: UPDATE: Woman wearing VT hoodie lied to Kansas Police when she claimed amnesia Related Stories The Salem RidgeYaks – formerly the Red Sox – open up the 2026 Carolina League season tonight Gene Marrano April 2, 2026 0 Roanoke Valley Saves Week kicks off this Saturday with free financial wellness workshops to follow Emma Thomas April 2, 2026 0 RCPS and Carilion Clinic announce new multi-million dollar CTE center set to replace The Burton Center Emma Thomas April 2, 2026 0