Local News
I-81southbound milling and paving starts May 15 in Rockingham County
STAUNTON – Beginning Sunday night, May 15, southbound Interstate 81 motorists should be alert for overnight lane closures at two locations in Rockingham County. Contractors will be milling and paving from mile marker 251.2 to 247.9 near Harrisonburg and from mile marker 240.5 to 238.6 near Mount Crawford.
Both work zones require alternating lane closures on southbound I-81 Sunday through Thursday nights from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. There also will be occasional on- or off-ramp closures at interchanges within the work zones. During these times, digital message signs will advise motorists of detour routes.
VDOT awarded two separate contracts to Adams Construction Co. of Roanoke, Va., with a combined value of about $3.6 million dollars. The Mount Crawford-area paving operations have a contract completion date of June 24, 2022. The Harrisonburg-area paving operations have a contract completion date of November 15, 2022. All work is weather permitting.
Virginia traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511 or visiting http://www.511Virginia.org.
The VDOT Customer Service Center can assist with reporting road hazards, asking transportation questions, or getting information related to Virginia’s roads. Call 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623) or use its mobile-friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Staunton District Twitter feed is at @VaDOTStaunton. Follow VDOT on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and YouTube. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.
The VDOT Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany, and Bath counties.
This Week’s Showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of September 24th
POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 9/21/2026
Blue Ridge Wildlife Center Patient of the Week: Eastern Cottontail
UVA Health Review Examines Real-World Results of Incisionless Liver Tumor Treatment
Maximilian James Donora (1995 – 2026)
Dollars for Dolly Campaign Aims to Turn Small Gifts Into Big Community Impact
Clean Virginia: NextEra’s Utility Takeover Attempts, Alleged Political Moves Relevant to Merger Case
Commentary: If You Enjoy Virginia’s Wildlife, Thank a Hunter or Angler
Spanberger Presses Congress for AI Guardrails as States Forge Ahead
‘Drive Them Into Hell’: Trump Ponders Destruction of Iran at United Nations
National Chicken Month Celebrates a Versatile Source of Protein
Face Paint That Can Read Your Heartbeat
Leisa Wood (1961 – 2026)
GO VOTE: Because Complaining Alone Isn’t a Good Strategy
The Third Most Important Gift Is Laughter
Skates, Treats and Safety: Warren County Sheriff’s Office Foundation Pack October with Community Events
Celebrate Kids Day Returns Sept. 27 With Family Fun, Activities and a New Train Ride
Survey Finds That More Than Half of Virginia Families With Children Face Food Insecurity
Could Virginia’s New Law Allowing 1% Sales Tax for School Construction Need a Fix?
Now They Want to Rein It In
From Oil Field to Gas Pump: What Really Determines What We Pay?
When Fields Flood: How Farmers Protect Crops and Plan for the Future
Draw Your Circles: A Map of the People Who Matter
A Heartfelt Farewell and Thank You