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VSP Investigating Fatal Crash in Augusta County

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VSP Investigating Fatal Crash in Augusta County

“At 6:54 p.m. on Saturday (Feb. 12), Virginia State Police responded to a crash involving a pedestrian on Route 608 just west of Route 610.

A 2011 Chevrolet Malibu was traveling west on Route 608 when it struck a pedestrian walking in the travel lane. The pedestrian was walking with traffic and not wearing any reflective clothing.
The pedestrian, Cynthia S. McConkie, 64, of Stuarts Draft, Va., died at the scene.
The driver of the Malibu was uninjured. The crash remains under investigation.

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Shelby Crouch
Public Relations Coordinator
Virginia State Police”

So Long Mr. Hughes – Blue Ridge Legend Passes Away

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So Long Mr. Hughes – Blue Ridge Legend Passes Away
Photo By Yvette Stafford : The late Ted Hughes in a photo shoot we did in our April 2019 issue about Mr. Hughes Buggy Works in Amherst County.

Amherst / Nelson County
Near Piney River, Virginia
By Tommy Stafford

Of the thousands of stories we covered over 16 years in the print edition of Blue Ridge Life Magazine, (previously Nelson County Life Magazine) a few people really stick out. You don’t forget them. Ted Hughes is one of those people. Like many of you, we recently learned of Ted’s passing just a few days ago on February 9th.

Mr. Hughes was one of our absolute favorite people. An icon for sure. If it was any kind of a craftsmanship or restoration, Mr. Hughes was a part of it.

Photo By BRL Mountain Photographer Paul Purpura : Back in July 2015 Mr. Hughes (R) was big time busy in assisting with the placement and restoration of an authentic caboose in Piney River at the trail head. It was one of his pet projects that stands today for visitors to see.
To read our entire story on Mr. Hughes early days of the caboose project in Piney River click on the image above. Jennie Tal Williams wrote that August 2015 story and Paul Purpura photographed it.

People living in and near Piney River, Virginia can tell you far more about Mr. Hughes than we can. But for the short decade or so we got to know him, we can say there was no better person, no more gracious human than Ted Hughes.

Just 3 short years ago Yvette wrote and shot this story on Mr. Hughes restoration shop just over the line in Amherst County, Virginia. To see our April 2019 story click on the image above.

 

As far back as October 2013, Lynn (Backroads Magazine) Coffey who was writing for us in those days, did a story about Mr. Hughes. He was a fascinating man, indeed. Lynn went on to include Mr. Hughes in one of her many books about living in the Blue Ridge. He was featured in her book call Appalachian Heart. Click on the image above to read Lynn’s story from our October 2013 edition.
And here’s yet another story we did on Mr. Hughes back in 2013. Writer/Photographer Marcie Gates did one of the first stories about him that ever appeared in our magazine. Click on the image above to read Marcie’s fantastic look at Mr. Hughes.

We could go on all day about Mr. Hughes. As you can see from the stories above we thought a lot of him. So do the people that knew him best. His family, his friends, his Piney River and Amherst community.

We will miss you Mr. Ted Hughes. This area won’t be the same without you in it. But every time I pass the caboose on the side of the road at the Piney River Trailhead, I will always remember you and smile. Thank you for making the Blue Ridge a much better place.

Here’s Mr. Hughes obit info, by clicking here. 

 

 

Winter Storm Warning – CANCELLED

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Winter Storm Warning – CANCELLED
Via NWS : A WINTER STORM WARNING remains in effect until Sunday afternoon for areas along and immediately west of the Blue Ridge Parkway. (This includes Wintergreen Resort) Winter Weather Advisories, elsewhere. Click our alerts page for the latest updates

WINTER STORM WARNING

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
809 AM EST Sun Feb 13 2022

Augusta-Central Virginia Blue Ridge- (Including Wintergreen)
809 AM EST Sun Feb 13 2022

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches,
  with up to 8 inches locally.

* WHERE...Central Virginia Blue Ridge, and Augusta County.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest accumulations will be on non-
  paved surfaces.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Additional winter weather products including advisories can be viewed
by clicking here.

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
                        Winter Storm Watch Begins Late Saturday Night (Replaced See Latest Post)                    
                


                

                    

                    

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Via NWS : Expected snowfall totals for the area through Sunday afternoon. A couple of small pockets in the 6-8″ range are possible. Check our alerts page for the absolute latest updates from NWS. Currents alerts are also shown at the top of he home page in red.


These weather bulletins have been replaced and upgraded, here’s a link. 


WINTER STORM WATCH


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
350 AM EST Sat Feb 12 2022

Augusta-Nelson-Central Virginia Blue Ridge- (Including Wintergreen
& Montebello)
350 AM EST Sat Feb 12 2022

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6
  inches is expected, with locally up to 8 inches possible.

* WHERE...Augusta and Nelson Counties, and Central Virginia Blue
  Ridge.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel due to the potential for
  accumulating snow on roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation arrives before midnight as a
  rain/snow mix before becoming all snow during the overnight
  hours. Snow could become heavy at times Sunday morning.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
341 AM EST Sat Feb 12 2022

VAZ024-035-121800-
/O.NEW.KRNK.WS.A.0003.220213T0600Z-220213T1800Z/
Rockbridge-Amherst-
Including the cities of Lexington, Buena Vista, and Amherst
341 AM EST Sat Feb 12 2022

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5
  inches possible.

* WHERE...Rockbridge and Amherst Counties.

* WHEN...From late tonight through early Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could become difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light to occasionally moderate snow will
  develop after midnight tonight continuing through Sunday morning
  as colder air moves into the region while low pressure moves
  northward near the southeast and Mid-Atlantic coast. Snow
  accumulations in the valleys will generally be 2-4 inches while
  along the Blue Ridge near the Rockbridge/Amherst County line and
  along the Rockbridge/Bath/Alleghany County line snowfall amounts
  of 3 to 5 inches will be possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant
snow...sleet...or ice accumulations that may impact travel.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/blacksburg.

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
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Crews are pre-treating roads today; residents urged to be weather-aware over the weekend


VDOT-CULPEPER — The Virginia Department of Transportation is warning drivers to watch for slick spots on roadways starting Saturday night going into Sunday morning. Trucks are out today applying brine on interstates and primary routes ahead of the forecast winter storm.


The forecast calls for rain after 7 p.m. Saturday, transitioning into snow overnight. The Culpeper District is expecting accumulations anywhere from one-half to several inches of snow with overnight temperatures hovering near freezing.  Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses, ramps and crossovers where the road might be icy. VDOT will be out to clear any trouble spots.


The snow is expected to continue Sunday morning with another inch of accumulation. Watch for slick areas in parking lots and on sidewalks. High temperatures during the day are expected to range between 36 and 38 and will drop well below freezing Sunday night, leading to freezing conditions Monday morning.


Visit 511Virginia.org for the latest road conditions before traveling. VDOT’s Customer Service Center is open 24 hours a day to answer questions and take reports of roadway hazards. Call 1-800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623) or contact us online at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov.


Additional information about winter-weather preparations and response can be found at www.virginiadot.org/travel/snow.asp. Local updates are posted to Twitter.com/VaDOTCulp.

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
                        Rerouted Traffic Around US 29 Accident Scene Expected to Continue After Midnight                    
                


                

                    

                    

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Thanks to WFD for this photo : Wintergreen Fire & Rescue reroutes traffic off of Route 6 (River Road) down Route 151 Friday night. The detour is due to a major tractor trailer accident on US 29 SB just south of Shady’s Exxon. February 11, 2022


Woods Mill

Nelson County, Virginia


Updated: 8:20 PM Friday evening 2.11.22


Lovingston Volunteer Fire Chief Danny Johnson told me by telephone that US 29 could be closed well into the early morning hours of Saturday. He said that additional crews are on the way to help with the cleanup, but it could take several more hours.


Original Post at 8:04 PM


We first told you about a tractor trailer accident on US 29 in Woods Mill during the early afternoon hours Friday.


As of 8 PM Friday night traffic was still being rerouted around the accident scene down Route 151 bypassing the cutover from 151 along Route 6 River Road.


We are told by at least two different emergency service officials that a hazardous material is involved in the crash. When we asked specifically what hazardous material, we couldn’t get an answer other than to say it was stable.


We are continuing to update as we have information.


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                        Nelson / Albemarle : Route 151 Will Close Overnight Next Week At US 250                    
                


                

                    

                    

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Traffic will detour using Goodloe Lane and Old Turnpike Road, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.


CULPEPER — Route 151 (Critzer Shop Road) in northwestern Nelson County will be closed overnight next week just south of its intersection with U.S. 250 (Rockfish Gap Turnpike) during installation of three temporary stream diversion pipes for the roundabout project at the intersection.


Depending on the weather, Route 151 will close to traffic between U.S. 250 and Route 803 (Goodloe Lane) from 6 p.m. Tuesday until 6 a.m. Wednesday, or from 6 p.m. Wednesday until 6 a.m. Thursday. Message boards along the roads will update motorists as to the final selected date.


During the detour, flaggers and signs will direct motorists onto Goodloe Lane and Route 795 (Old Turnpike Road). The traffic will alternate directions with flow controlled by the flaggers. The flaggers will give emergency vehicles priority along the detour route.


Road conditions and other real-time travel information can be found on the 511 Virginia website, the free VDOT 511 mobile app or by calling 511 from any phone in Virginia. VDOT updates are also on Facebook and the Culpeper District’s Twitter account, @VaDOTCulp.

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
                        VSP Investigating Crash in Nelson County – Route 29                    
                


                

                    

                    

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“At 1:02 p.m. Friday (Feb. 11), Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash in Nelson County. A tractor-trailer and a Dodge Charger collided in the 14,800 block of Thomas Nelson Highway/Route 29.


The tractor-trailer is hauling hazardous material, so it must be unloaded before it can be removed from the scene. Hazmat crews are on scene. Southbound Route 29 is closed and traffic is being detoured around the crash scene until the scene is cleared.


The driver of the tractor-trailer was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.


The driver of the Dodge Charger was ejected from the vehicle and was transported to UVA Medical Center for treatment of serious injuries.


The crash remains under investigation.


Corinne N. Geller


Public Relations Director


Virginia State Police”

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
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LYNCHBURG, Va. – Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is planned; however, work may be delayed/canceled due to weather or other issues. Items in italics contain new/updated information. For up-to-date information, call 511 or

visit www.511Virginia.org.


District-wide activities:

Crews will perform various activities throughout the district to include, but are not limited to bridge & guardrail maintenance, brush/tree/limb cutting, pothole/surface/shoulder work, surface treatment operations, work orders, mowing, boom axing, drainage repairs/work and roadside cleanup.

Work at specific locations:


Amherst County:

Route 29 Bus in Madison Heights – Sign maintenance.

Route 681 over Williams Run – Bridge rehabilitation project underway. One 10’6” lane w/signal.

Route 682 Woody’s Lake Road Madison Heights – Starting Jan 10 with an expected completion date of Dec 15, 2022. Expect lane closures, delays, rough road. Signs and flaggers to direct traffic.

Please note districtwide activities above.


Appomattox County:

Route 667 – Road closing. Motorists should expect delays due to a culvert replacement project. Route 667 (Hummingbird Lane) will be temporarily closed from Route 608 (Stonewall Road) to Route 668 (Little Dogwood Road). Road closure is scheduled to begin February 07, 2022 and is planned until March 11, 2022.

Please note districtwide activities above. Buckingham County:


Route 665 – Road closing. Motorists should expect delays due to a culvert replacement project. Route 665 (Fanny White Road) will be temporarily closed from Route 631 (Troublesome Creek Road) to Route 60 (James Anderson Hwy). Road closure is scheduled to begin February 14, 2022 and is planned until March 11, 2022.

Route 743, Shady Oaks Road – Cul-de-sac work.

Please note districtwide activities above.


Campbell County:

Route 29 N over NSRR, near airport –Bridge and approach work; est. comp. May 2023.

Route 460 Bus on Timberlake Road – Preventative maintenance. Route 682/622 – Working on transverse rumble strips at intersection. Please note districtwide activities above.


Charlotte County:

Please note districtwide activities above.


Cumberland County:

Route 621 over Appomattox River – Bridge replacement. Fixed completion – November 2022.

Please note districtwide activities above.


Halifax County:

Route 58/622 – Working on transverse rumble strips.

Routes 501 & 610 – Passing lane project. Use caution during changing road conditions

& traffic patterns. 35 mph at all times during construction. Route 610 connections to 501 closed; one-way detour via Route 610/643 estimated to begin Oct. Fixed completion- May 5, 2023.

Route 621 (Newbill School Road) – Installing mainline pipe.

Route 671 – Road closing. Motorists should expect delays due to emergency bridge repairs on Route 671 in Halifax County. Route 671 (Jones Ferry Road) will be temporarily closed to thru traffic from Route 659 (River Road), to the intersection of Route 679 (Union Grove Road). Route 671 closure and repair work has been delayed until February 14th.

Please note districtwide activities above.


Lynchburg:

Route 29/460 (Campbell Ave–Concord Turnpike) – Bridge replacement. Northbound 29/eastbound 460 speed limit 45 mph. Lane closures changes in traffic pattern are likely. Completion July 31, 2023.

Nelson County:

Please note districtwide activities above.


Pittsylvania County:

Route 680 (Church Road) – Bridge replacement. Closed to thru traffic starting 11/15 from Route 976 (Coleman Road) to the intersection of Route 666 (Yeatts Store Road). Est. completion February 11, 2022.


Route 689 – Road closing. Motorists should expect delays due to superstructure replacement on Route 689 in Pittsylvania County. Route 689 (Strader Road) will be temporarily closed to thru traffic from Route 649 (Payneton Road), to the intersection of Route 691 (Mill Creek Road). This section of Route 689 will be closed 03/07/2022 – 04/01/2022.

Please note districtwide activities above.


Prince Edward County:

Route 651 – Daytime road closure 2/14 – 2/25 for bank stabilization

Route 665 at Briery Creek – emergency bridge repairs. Road is closed and a detour is in place. Please note districtwide activities above.

                

            


        

            

            

                

                    
                        VSP Investigating Fatal Fire in Augusta County                    
                


                

                    

                    

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Verbatim Release from Virginia State Police


“The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Appomattox Field Office is investigating a fatal fire in Augusta County.


Augusta County officials were notified at approximately 2:20 a.m. Thursday (Jan. 27) of a residence on fire in the 700 block of Purple Cow Road.


After the fire was extinguished, fire crews recovered a deceased adult female and a deceased male juvenile inside the residence.Both bodies have been transported to the Office of the Medical Examiner in Roanoke for examination and autopsy.


An adult male was flown to VCU Medical Center in Richmond for treatment of life-threatening injuries sustained in the fire.


The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation. At this stage of the investigation, there is no evidence to indicate the fire was suspicious in nature.


Corinne N. Geller

Public Relations Director

Virginia State Police”

                

            


        

    
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