AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism & Travel Disruptions: Norfolk Southern will close two railroad crossings in Fauquier County (Route 55/Main Street and Route 724/Sage Road) for maintenance from July 13 to July 18, with signed detours in place. VA250 & Outdoor History: Page County unveiled a new VA250 marker along the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway loop, part of a four-plaque series tied to the 250th anniversary. Cycling History: Salem Museum hosts “A Winding, Rolling Route: America’s Bikecentennial (1976) Beyond the Blue Ridge” with Virginia Tech professor Tom Ewing on July 9, exploring Route 76 and tourism links. Local Nature Watch: Roanoke County Fire & Rescue says a brush fire in the Havens WMA (about 100 acres) is fully contained, though smoke may linger. Public Health: Virginia reports up to 10 cyclosporiasis cases as summer produce season ramps up; officials urge thorough washing and proper cooking. Local Business & Costs: Virginia Beach restaurant owners push to cut the city’s 7.5% meals tax, saying it raises costs for customers and adds burdens for businesses. Safety Update: A Roanoke teen reported missing via a CODI alert has been found safe and the alert was canceled.
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