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USA Cycling Spins Into Town

The 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships are making their way to Virginia’s Blue Ridge, with the race taking place July 14-20.
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USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships Courses Revealed

The championships will take place across Carvins Cove, Elmwood Park and Explore Park from July 14-20.
WFXR’s Jermaine Ferrell

Sports Media Fame

WFXR’s Jermaine Ferrell was recently named Sportscaster of the Year.
The updated tower sits at the center of the four softball fields.

Salem’s Premier Sports Hub Reopens

After a 22-month renovation, Moyer Field Sports Complex now features enhanced facilities for sports events and community leisure.
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2022 USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championships Course Announcement

Leaders of Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge, Botetourt County and the City of Roanoke announced that USA Cycling is bringing their 2022 and 2023 USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championships to Virginia’s Blue Ridge (VBR) June 29 – July 2, 2022.
Bree Nidds, Director of Sports Development for Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge

The Momentum of Sports Tourism

Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge has a new sports initiative, and with it, a passionate new director to lead the way.
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New Biography on “Bullet Bill” Dudley

The new book on Dudley has a unique perspective, as it was written by his son-in-law.

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Holiday Celebrations With Friends

Susan Mills, executive director of FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway, has been hosting a Christmas party for members and