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Virginia DOT releases weekly update on southwestern highway projects

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has released its weekly update on highway construction and maintenance projects in southwestern Virginia.

Route 619 near Blackwater River closed for stabilization work

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

Starting March 7, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close a section of Route 619 (Burdette Road) at the Blackwater River.

Traffic signal to be removed at Brady Lane and Cushing Road in Manassas

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced the removal of the traffic signal at the intersection of Brady Lane (Route 848) and Cushing Road (Route 781) in Manassas.

Route 634 closed in King and Queen County after severe weather damage

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced the closure of Route 634, also known as Mt.

LaSalle Avenue lane closures begin March 8 amid express lanes project

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

Beginning March 8, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will implement single lane closures on LaSalle Avenue from North Armistead Avenue to Michigan Drive.

Traffic alert issued for Hampton Roads: Expect lane closures and detours

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has released its traffic alert for the Hampton Roads District, covering March 9-15, 2025.

Lynchburg District announces highway work schedule for March

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

Highway work in the Lynchburg District is scheduled for March 10-16, 2025.

I-81 southbound lane closures announced for Strasburg-area widening project

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

Overnight lane closures are set to begin on southbound Interstate 81 near Strasburg starting Monday, March 10.

Staunton District announces roadwork affecting traffic from March 10-14

By Old Dominion News | Mar 7, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced scheduled highway work that may impact traffic in the Staunton transportation district from March 10 to March 14, 2025.

Analysis: Virginia among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

An analysis by Old Dominion News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Virginia is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

Northbound Route 17 James River Bridge closure scheduled for repairs

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

All northbound lanes on the Route 17 James River Bridge, connecting Isle of Wight County to Newport News, will be closed from Friday, March 7 at 9 p.m. until Monday, March 10 at 5 a.m. This closure is to allow contractor crews with the Virginia...

Route 17 closed in Stafford County after crash involving downed power lines

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

All Route 17 southbound traffic is being redirected to Poplar Road, Truslow Road, and Route 1 in Stafford County following a crash that resulted in downed power lines.

Route closures planned for maintenance in Rockbridge County on March dates

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

Part of Route 39 Alternate in Goshen, Rockbridge County, will be closed for maintenance on March 10-11.

Access changes on Willowmeade Drive at Route 29 set for March

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

Permanent changes to access at Willowmeade Drive and Route 29 will commence on March 13, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Bridge repairs prompt Plank Road closure in Lunenburg

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) plans to close a section of Route 655, known as Plank Road, in Lunenburg for bridge repairs.

Richmond District announces weekly travel advisories for March

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

A forecast of road construction that could cause delays from March 8-14, 2025, has been released for the Richmond District.

Varina Enon Bridge lane closures planned for maintenance

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

Weather permitting, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) plans to close the left travel lane on the Varina Enon Bridge on Interstate 295 southbound starting Monday, March 10.

Route 17 reopens after crash involving downed power lines

By Old Dominion News | Mar 6, 2025

All lanes of Route 17 (Warrenton Road) in Stafford County have reopened after a temporary closure.

High wind advisory issued for Norris Bridge affecting large vehicles

By Old Dominion News | Mar 5, 2025

FREDERICKSBURG – A high wind advisory has been issued for the Norris Bridge, which carries Route 3 traffic over the Rappahannock River between Lancaster and Middlesex counties.