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 National D-Day Memorial marks 82nd anniversary Ian Price June 3, 2026 RBT’s Sleeping Beauty, Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival, Paint Fincastle this weekend Gene Marrano June 3, 2026 Hometown D-Day heroes honored Gene Marrano June 3, 2026