VDOT starts new study on I-81 between Roanoke and Christiansburg Timothy Martin February 4, 2013 1 min read VDOT is starting an environmental study for Interstate 81 between exit 118 in Christiansburg and exit 143 in Roanoke. WFIR’s Timothy Martin says it’s another step in the eventual goal of widening the road. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Carvins Cove full again; recent rains assure adequate water supply for full yearNext: Perkins: gun-related murders and aggravated assaults rose 20% last year Related Stories 1 min read Tudor House has a new permanent home for its mission of suicide prevention Gene Marrano October 29, 2025 1 min read One person injured during structure fire in the Hollins area of Roanoke County Clark Palmer October 29, 2025 1 min read Voices of Appalachia this weekend; Taubman exhibit opens to general public, two stage plays coming up Gene Marrano October 29, 2025