Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge prepares for post-coronavirus tourism Rachel Meell April 14, 2020 1 minute read The tourism industry in Virginia’s Blue Ridge has taken a major blow because of the coronavirus, but efforts are still being made to prepare the region for when people can travel again. WFIR intern reporter Rachel Meell has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke County promotes services to help businesses impacted by pandemicNext: Female inmate dies from COVID-19 Related Stories Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026 Roanoke metal studio crafts massive entrance sign for FloydFest 26 Ian Price July 17, 2026 Bent Mountain community pushes for historic preservation amid pipeline expansion concerns Ian Price July 17, 2026