Gypsy moths make a comeback this year; state works to limit damage in 2017 Evan Jones August 8, 2016 1 min 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. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Load the Bus school supplies campaign kicks offNext: UPDATE: Woman wearing VT hoodie lied to Kansas Police when she claimed amnesia Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025