I-66 I-81 merge lane project starts at joint interchanges
Virginia DOT begins a $7.1 million merge lane extension from I-66 west to southbound I-81 at the interchange and replaces the I-81 southbound bridge over Route 840. The work, by Triton Construction, tightens shoulders, adds concrete barriers, lowers speed to 55 mph, and runs through November 2024 weather permitting with nightly closures and flagger control on Route 840.
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Wool Pool aids farmers amid declining wool market
Clarke County farmer Lisa Murphy notes wool prices are down as small herds struggle to find buyers. The Northern Virginia Area Wool Pool at Clermont Farm coordinates pooling and transport to the Mid-States Wool Growers Cooperative, aiming to guarantee some payment via a federal loan deficiency program. About 4,000 pounds of wool were collected by mid morning with more expected, as farmers from across the Blue Ridge gather to sell through the co-op and brokers.
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Secretary Haaland Injured in Shenandoah Park Hike
Secretary Deb Haaland sustained a broken left fibula during a Shenandoah National Park hike. Evaluation confirmed the fracture Monday morning and she expressed gratitude to Park staff and medical teams. The 61 year old outdoor enthusiast resumed her schedule by Monday afternoon, with recovery timeline unclear.
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Shenandoah National Park
Deb Haaland
Department of the Interior
U.S. Park
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
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