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Win elk tour & stay in State Park cabin in 'Virginia Elk Experience Sweepstakes'
Since 2012, Virginia has been working to rebuild the state’s elk population. According to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources there is now a thriving herd of over 250 elk, most in close proximity to the restoration site in Buchanan County.
49 Winchester Announce Long-Awaited New Album ‘Leavin’ This Holler’ with Standout Track “Yearnin’ for You”
Today (April 9) residents of Castlewood, Virginia are celebrating 49 Winchester Day. The day honors the rising alt-country hometown heroes who put Castlewood and all of Russell County on the map. However, fans who don’t live in or near Castlewood shouldn’t feel left out. The band announced their next album Leavin’ This Holler and released “Yearnin’ for You” as the lead single from the collection. Check out the official music video below.
🦌 Caution Advised: Elk Sighting Along Corridor Q in Buchanan County, Virginia
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Bristol, Virginia. Motorists driving on the newly opened section of Corridor Q in Buchanan County, Virginia, are advised to be watchful for elk. With over 200 of these majestic creatures reportedly in the area, which spans an extensive 30 square miles, there is a significant likelihood of encountering them on or near the roadway. Authorities from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources suggest that the safest approach for drivers is to reduce speed and stay vigilant, especially since these large animals can be difficult to spot and react to. By taking it slow, drivers can ensure both their safety and that of the local wildlife. @VirginiaDWR encourages everyone to be alert and enjoy the view responsibly.
Breaks Interstate Park receives $300,000 for waterpark expansion
BREAKS, Va. — Breaks Interstate Park will soon have another attraction for visitors making their way to the Grand Canyon of the South, a new swimming pool. The Breaks Interstate Park Commission received $300,000 from the Virginia Department of Energy’s (Virginia Energy) Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) grant to help cover the costs of this new addition. “This AMLER grant for $300,000 will bring a welcome addition to Breaks...
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