J-611 excursions for 2017 announced Gene Marrano December 26, 2016 1 minute read Come next April it will be time to “fire up” the J-611 steam locomotive again. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more on the new excursion schedule just announced: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia Lottery hopes for another sellout holiday raffle that offers three $1 million prizesNext: Donut chain brings a new coffee spot to Vinton Related Stories Virginia voters approve redistricting amendment in tight race Ian Price April 21, 2026 It is “Work Zone Awareness Week,” and VDOT rolls out the barrel Gene Marrano April 21, 2026 Billy Strings breaks leg in Charlottesville; Roanoke show remains on schedule Ian Price April 21, 2026
