AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoRoad & Safety Delays: VDOT’s New River Bridge on I-81 is still dragging on after 10 years, with VDOT citing contractor issues and a lingering riding-surface problem—bad news for drivers planning around the corridor. Local Travel & Community: Wytheville is getting a spotlight as an easy Appalachian road-trip stop near I-81/I-77, with classic eats, scenic breaks at Big Walker Lookout, and heritage music stops along The Crooked Road. Tourism Policy & Costs: Virginia Beach City Council is set to vote on whether to sell Virginia Beach National Golf Course to Dragas Companies—aiming to keep a public course but with major redevelopment and a lawsuit in the mix. Family Travel Budgeting: A new report highlights cheaper beach getaways for families, including Virginia Beach among the destinations showing up in search interest. Power & Infrastructure for Visitors: Virginia’s SCC is moving to make data centers pay for their own electricity transmission lines, a policy that could affect utility costs as the state’s data-center boom continues. Arts & Culture: The Norfolk Forum announced its 2026–27 lineup, bringing big-name speakers to Hampton Roads.
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