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The boat team was able to safely remove the man from the water and transport him to EMS care on shore. According to the team, the man was transported to a local hospital for a possible arm injury. Copyright 2025 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Internships at WSLS 10 Careers at WSLS 10 Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 WSLS.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group SearchNew River Pastor William Schonemann found dead in bed with hands pinned to wall, sources sayThe Christian Post To enjoy our website, you'll need to enable JavaScript in your web browser. Please click here to learn how You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience | Photo provided to Fox 10 PhoenixThe death of beloved Pastor William Schonemann of New River Bible Chapel in Arizona has been ruled a homicide as sources reveal disturbing details about what police found when his body was discovered inside his home on Monday In a news release provided to The Christian Post on Wednesday the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said officers found 76-year-old Schonemann dead at his home after they responded to a call at 7:31 p.m Investigators indicated that they observed evidence of “foul play” at the scene but did not elaborate Multiple sources have since told Fox 10 Phoenix that Schonemann suffered significant injuries He was reportedly found on his bed with his arms spread out and his hands pinned to a wall The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office did not immediately respond when asked by CP about the details allegedly observed at the crime scene They noted in an earlier statement that they believe the pastor’s murder is an isolated incident Schonemann’s loved ones as we continue our efforts to bring justice in this case," Sgt Joaquin Enriquez with the sheriff's office said "MCSO detectives are actively investigating and following all leads We will share more information with the public as soon as it becomes available." Residents of the small New River community remained stunned and on edge about the murder “Honestly, I was shocked because New River is so small. … I leave my keys in my vehicles, don’t lock my door and things like that,” New River resident Emily Brean told Fox 10 “Why are you gonna murder a pastor or a minister noted that while she's not comfortable with the idea of a murder suspect on the loose in a town with just over 17,000 people she understood why investigators are being careful with the case “Whenever there is a potential murderer running around but I can understand why they wouldn’t share,” she said “If it’s a one hit for someone I think they’ll find them But there is a reason this person did it and that’s what they need to find out.” Schonemann's son, Randall Schonemann, declined commenting on the investigation but told AZ Central that his father’s death was unexpected He told the publication that his father had served as a pastor at New River Bible Chapel for about 25 years and was a member before that found faith after returning from the Vietnam War Randall Schonemann said his father devoted even more time to the church He said his father was outgoing and liked to work on cars “Our dad had such a positive impact on people everywhere he went We will miss the loving guidance and patience The happiness he showed just getting to walk around an airport getting his steps in,” he said in a statement to Fox 10 There are never enough words to say it all or to say it as well as a person would like Contact: leonardo.blair@christianpost.com Follow Leonardo Blair on Twitter: @leoblair Follow Leonardo Blair on Facebook: LeoBlairChristianPost Help keep The Christian Post free for everyone By making a recurring donation or a one-time donation of any amount you're helping to keep CP's articles free and accessible for everyone Hope you’ll give us another try and check out some other articles. Return to homepage. sleepy town of New River has been left with more questions than answers nearly a week after the death of one of its beloved pastors who was locally known as "Pastor Bill," was a pastor at the New River Bible Chapel in the small which has a population of about 17,000 at the 2020 census The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office responded to a call April 28 about an older deceased male Preliminary observations suggested possible foul play That suspicion was confirmed as a homicide May 1 though further details have not been released Valley city stories: Mesa investigates 'Goon Squad' park rangers accused of targeting homeless with violence quaint communityWithout any further information from law enforcement locals have been left wondering where to pick up the pieces the Hogues developed a closer friendship with Kathy than with her husband They knew the couple to be relatively quiet He was easily identifiable when he drove down the street since he was the only one with a certain type of truck The couple recalled an incident from over 30 years ago in which a woman got shot although it was presumed to be an accident Many people would go out hunting for quail and it's possible she got shot from a stray bullet But something like a murder is unexpected in such a tight community While the Hogues said they aren't particularly social these days several of their neighbors make an effort to check in on them every few weeks While they’re concerned that something similar could happen again the couple believes Schonemann was likely killed by someone he knew Eric Asher referred to Schonemann as his “road buddy,” which he came up with since the two would often see each other on their daily morning walks and were somewhere between acquaintances and friends Asher first moved to New River about three years ago when he and his family were looking for more land He ended up liking his neighbors and the tight-knit community people always wave to each other,” Asher said Asher started running and cycling and would see Schonemann out walking almost every day and the two would stop and chat for a few minutes when they saw each other Schonemann frequently talked about spending summer in Montana with his son to work on airplanes or the custom pickup trucks he built Asher said Schonemann wasn’t necessarily the loudest person in the room but he was very talkative and particularly enjoyed talking about his family Asher said there isn’t a sense that there is a mass killer roaming about in New River and that it seems that Schonemann was likely killed by someone he knew New River isn’t a place where one would test their luck at robbing houses since many people have weapons and aren’t afraid to defend themselves But Asher said he will miss seeing Schonemann out on his walks every morning I don’t understand how someone could do something like that AZ — A suspicious death is under investigation in a New River neighborhood Maricopa County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a home located near 20th Street and Calvary Road for reports of a deceased elderly man they located the victim and suspected foul play The man has been identified as 76-year-old William Schonemann the Maricopa County Medical Examiner announced that Schonemann's death has been ruled a homicide MCSO believes this to be an isolated incident and says there is no further risk or safety concerns for the community Neighbors tell ABC15 they knew the man as Pastor Bill who led service at New River Bible Chapel for decades People that knew Pastor Bill described him as a “true pastor” and a loving father Friends and congregation members told us he was a veteran who loved to work on cars and even planes “My heart just dropped,” said former congregation member Zane Sharpe Detectives are awaiting the results of an autopsy report to determine the cause of death “We’ve gotten a ton of support from everybody and people willing to do incredible things to help us,” said Bill's son Randy His son now knows Pastor Bill is in a better place “He was supposed to do a memorial service today for a 99-year-old lady in the congregation that passed away I'm sure that she's up there giving a hard time about how she waited 99 years to find the right guy to do her memorial service “It's something that it's hard to have context and perspective on if you're not in the middle of it,” Randy said of this challenging week “You know every news story about somebody that is murdered like that is somebody's father Report a typo ARIZONA — The congregation of a small Arizona church is grieving the sudden death of their pastor who was reportedly found unresponsive in his bed earlier this week According to Christian Post, Schonemann, the senior pastor of Christ Alive Church in New River, was discovered deceased on April 28. Authorities confirmed that he was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency responders were called to his residence. No foul play is currently suspected, and an autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death. Described as a deeply compassionate leader and a devoted shepherd to his flock, Pastor Schonemann had led Christ Alive Church for several years, becoming a spiritual anchor for many in the region. The small but tight-knit church body is now left processing not only grief but also uncertainty about the future. “William wasn’t just our pastor—he was our friend, our counselor, and someone who truly lived out the love of Christ,” said a longtime member of the congregation who requested anonymity. “His absence is a deep wound to our church family.” According to CP, Schonemann had publicly shared about his health struggles in the past, including a spinal condition. However, no connection has yet been confirmed between these issues and his unexpected passing. Members of the broader Christian community have begun offering prayers and condolences online, with many highlighting his faithful service and gentle spirit. Church leadership has announced that grief counseling will be made available to members, and a memorial service is currently being planned. As the church mourns, congregants are holding fast to their faith, clinging to the hope that their pastor so often preached from the pulpit—a hope rooted not in circumstances, but in the promises of Christ. “This is a heartbreaking loss,” the church stated in an online message. “But we know Pastor William is now with the Lord he loved so deeply.” Greg Laurie: Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Remake Abandons Original Themes of Love and Redemption Pastor Greg Laurie founder of the renowned Harvest Christian Fellowship recently criticized Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White saying it strays far from the gospel-inspired message of love and redemption found in the original Netflix has come under fire from Christian audiences after viewers noticed that a significant Bible verse—Isaiah 53:5—appears to be missing from the opening scene of The Passion of the Christ on the platform Liverpool FC forward Cody Gakpo is set to receive a formal warning from the Football Association (FA) after displaying a Christian message during a recent Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur Gakpo lifted his jersey to reveal an undershirt bearing the message “I Belong To Jesus,” raising both hands toward the sky in a clear act of religious expression the latest animated depiction of the life of Jesus Christ is receiving strong reviews from major critics for its creative framing and compelling voice acting In a development that has stirred both public interest and internal division the elders of Fellowship Church in Huntersville have publicly rejected the findings of a months-long investigation that cleared Dr Michael Brown of any legal or ethical misconduct Cheers and the sound of ceremonial shovels marked a historic moment on April 24 as federal Glenn Youngkin and Virginia Tech President Tim Sands broke ground on the New River Valley Passenger Rail Project in Christiansburg The long-awaited return of passenger rail service is expected to provide a transformative boost to sustainability marked the official start of construction for a new Amtrak station that will restore service to the New River Valley for the first time since 1979 Led by the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority and the New River Valley Passenger Rail Station Authority the project is expected to serve tens of thousands of riders annually and surrounding communities to major metropolitan areas through an expanded Amtrak Virginia network Youngkin celebrated the project as a major win for the region and the commonwealth "This is about investing in the future of Virginia and making it easier for Virginians to thrive," Youngkin said "Passenger rail in the New River Valley means more growth and more prosperity for generations to come." Sands said the station will support broader innovation and collaboration goals for the university and the region “Passenger rail expansion supports the innovation network we are developing across the commonwealth,” Sands said “The addition of the station in Christiansburg strengthens connections between Virginia Tech campuses It brings us closer to each other and to the communities we serve.” The station will feature a high-level platform with a canopy There will be a layover facility for the trains in nearby Radford The project also includes track improvements and the construction of a Norfolk Southern staffing and maintenance facility These efforts are part of a 2024 agreement between the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority and Norfolk Southern to secure access along the N-Line into Christiansburg Amtrak Virginia service at the New River Valley Station is expected to begin in 2027 Current plans call for two daily roundtrips between Christiansburg and Washington Trip times are estimated to be about 50 minutes between Christiansburg and Roanoke and just under six hours between Christiansburg and Washington the trains will continue north along Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor to Philadelphia The return of passenger service to Cambria represents the culmination of years of regional collaboration involving local governments “The extension of passenger rail service to the New River Valley is significant for the region’s economic opportunity because it will connect us to major metropolitan areas along the East Coast D.C.; New York; Boston; and numerous points in between,” said Kevin Byrd executive director of the New River Valley Regional Commission anyone boarding a train southbound will see New River Valley as the final stop which will greatly increase name recognition for the region in the most populated corridor in the country.” The New River Valley Passenger Rail Station Authority created by the Virginia General Assembly in 2021 includes representatives from seven localities and two universities It will own and operate the station building which will be known as the New River Valley Station Norfolk Southern is managing the design and construction of associated infrastructure The project is designed to expand regional rail capacity and provide a sustainable alternative to driving on Interstate 81 It will also help ease congestion during major events Preliminary construction began in late February with full construction now underway the New River Valley Station will offer an option for students traveling home for breaks Virginia Tech demonstrates impact as a global land grant – progressing sustainability in our community © 2025 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University The death of a beloved New River pastor was officially ruled a homicide according to the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office and the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Details of the homicide have not been made public The Sheriff's Office first responded to a call regarding an older deceased male on April 28 according to David Moyer with the Sheriff's Office The man was identified as 76-year-old William Schonemann affectionately known as "Pastor Bill" within the local community said the death of his father was unexpected although he declined to comment on the ongoing investigation William was a pastor at New River Bible Chapel for about 25 years and he attended the church even before that It wasn't until after he got back from his service that he turned to religion William was married to Randall's mother for nearly 49 years before she died in 2022 he had more time to devote to the church and became especially beloved in the community over the past several years He was quite outgoing and always ready to strike up a conversation with anyone William also liked to work on cars and even put together his own vehicles Randall went on to take after his father and worked in aviation in Montana His father spent several weeks a year working on airplane restoration with his son and had what he called his "Montana family." That included the entire community where Randall and his family live in western Montana The Sheriff's Office said they believe William's death was an isolated incident and there was no further risk or safety concerns for the community Schonemann’s loved ones as we continue our efforts to bring justice in this case," said Sgt Joaquin Enriquez with the Sheriff's Office Anyone with information was asked to contact the Sheriff's Office at 602-876-TIPS (This story has been updated to add new information.) Employees say that while they had enough warning to save the majority of their inventory, their building was completely flooded. Manager Jake Mondy says it’s been a long road to recovery. “Just how thankful we are for everyone who’s helped us. We wouldn’t be here without it. So friends, families, churches, businesses, the local community. Blacksburg’s growing like crazy, but when something like this happens, you realize it’s still a pretty small town and we’ve got some great neighbors.” He says they’re hoping to have a busy summer season to make up for some of the rebuilding costs. New River Junction is open for tubing and camping. The $264.5 million passenger rail project will WASHINGTON – Governor Glenn Youngkin today broke ground on the highly-anticipated New River Valley Rail Project in Christiansburg As part of the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority’s (VPRA) Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) initiative the New River Valley Project encompasses railroad infrastructure upgrades that will allow VPRA to extend its Amtrak Virginia service from Roanoke to Christiansburg and return passenger rail service to the New River Valley for the first time since 1979 “Today’s groundbreaking represents a lot of hard work, determination and collaboration,” Governor Glenn Youngkin said “We are here today because people came to the table and worked together to execute a new and dramatically better deal—one that accelerates the return of passenger rail service to the New River Valley years earlier and at a much lower cost to Virginia’s taxpayers—than the one I inherited I look forward to all that this station will do to support and grow such an important region of the Commonwealth.” “I want to thank VPRA and Norfolk Southern for coming together last year to reach an all-around better deal for Virginians,” Virginia Secretary of Transportation W. Sheppard Miller III said “The new agreement between VPRA and Norfolk Southern is the reason we are here breaking ground on a project that will provide additional connectivity and promote economic growth in the New River Valley.” The extension of service to Christiansburg will be via Norfolk Southern’s main line (N-Line) the result of an agreement between VPRA and Norfolk Southern completed last September through which VPRA purchased the Manassas Line and gained access to the N-Line By expanding service from Roanoke to Christiansburg on the N-Line VPRA will use existing infrastructure with a focus on developing a station stop at the Cambria site which previously served the community from 1904 to 1979 The project will also enhance Norfolk Southern’s freight service through the area The New River Valley Passenger Rail Station Authority—created by the Virginia General Assembly in 2021—has the lead in the renovation of the historic Christiansburg station building at Cambria It will be called the New River Valley Station and renovations are expected to begin in 2027 The estimated cost of VPRA’s New River Valley Project is $264.5 million Preliminary construction began in late February 2025 with full construction commencing this spring Amtrak Virginia service is expected to begin in 2027 with two daily roundtrips between Christiansburg and Washington Trip times are estimated to be 50 minutes between Christiansburg and Roanoke and just under six hours between Christiansburg and Washington the service will continue onto Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor to Philadelphia “The groundbreaking of the New River Valley Project represents what can be achieved through strong partnerships,” Executive Director of VPRA DJ Stadtler said “This project would not be possible without the shared vision of providing Virginians with a rail alternative and Amtrak for their foresight and support in bringing passenger rail back to the New River Valley.” “We are witnessing a remarkable resurgence of passenger rail in the Commonwealth,” Tiffany Robinson, Director of the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation “Virginia is already home to some of the busiest Amtrak stations in the Southeast and we continue to see record ridership year after year I’m proud of DRPT’s partnership with the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority on this transformative project and I’m excited to see the New River Valley take its place in the growing future of passenger rail across the Commonwealth.” “Expanding rail service and connecting people across the Commonwealth is great for local economies, cuts traffic, and improves air quality. It is great to be in Christiansburg today for the groundbreaking ceremony of the New River Valley Station, which will provide service to Roanoke and beyond,” Senator Tim Kaine said “I was proud to extend passenger rail service to Lynchburg as Governor support the expansion of service to Roanoke early in my Senate tenure and secure federal funds for the platform study that landed on the location for this extension to Christiansburg to make travel more convenient and consistent across Virginia.” “Passenger rail creates greater potential for sustained economic growth, facilitates job creation and provides an efficient, affordable travel alternative to riding on the crowded interstate highway system,” Congressman Morgan Griffith said “Today’s groundbreaking announcement means that the New River Valley will reap tremendous benefits and more Extension of passenger rail to the New River Valley is an encouraging sign of things to come.” “Extending passenger rail from Roanoke to Christiansburg will provide a much-needed transportation alternative along the increasingly busy I-81 Corridor,” Virginia State Senator Travis Hackworth said “I’m excited to see this region of Virginia benefit from the Transforming Rail in Virginia initiative I want to thank all those involved for making this project a reality.” “I’m thrilled that for the first time in almost 50 years, Christiansburg and the New River Valley will be served by Amtrak once more,” Virginia State Delegate Chris Obenshain said “I’ve been a proud and vocal supporter of this effort to bring passenger rail back to the New River Valley This project will open yet another door for tourists seeking a mountain getaway and will be a boon to economic growth and cooperation in this beautiful region of the Commonwealth I’m so proud to be a part of this team that has worked tirelessly to make this day a reality.” “We are proud to partner with VPRA to enable the return of passenger rail service to the New River Valley,” Norfolk Southern Chief Strategy Officer Mike McClellan said “This project not only demonstrates our shared vision for smart sustainable transportation solutions in the Commonwealth but also our deep commitment to strengthening the communities we serve.” “This groundbreaking is a critical milestone in the Transforming Rail in Virginia project that will ultimately increase rail service in the Commonwealth,” Jennifer Mitchell, Amtrak Executive Vice President of Strategy & Planning “The record ridership we’re experiencing shows people in Virginia and throughout the U.S We are proud to partner with the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Town of Christiansburg to transform travel to connect more people and communities like never before.” the Roanoke corridor began with one daily roundtrip between Lynchburg and Washington the service was extended from Lynchburg to Roanoke and increased from one daily roundtrip to two daily roundtrips Ridership along the corridor has grown from just over 100,000 between Lynchburg and Washington that first year to just over 343,000 between Roanoke and Washington last year and expand the availability of passenger and commuter rail service in the Commonwealth VPRA is committed to delivering and expanding its state-supported Amtrak Virginia passenger rail service The Commonwealth of Virginia first launched state-supported service in 2009 with one roundtrip between Lynchburg the Commonwealth’s service has grown to include eight roundtrips daily along four corridors with stops at 17 stations in Virginia and one in Washington Amtrak Advisory | Servicer Temporarily Disrupted in and out of New York Penn Station Book your train and bus tickets today by choosing from over 30 U.S train routes and 500 destinations in North America Service Adjustment Update: As of 5:56 PM ET Acela 2163 is canceled between New York (NYP) and Washington (WAS) Customers will be accommodated on the next available service We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this has caused Major Projects Media members should contact the Media Relations Office for their region (see the map and listings here) A representative is available by phone 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide information regarding railroad operating matters Phone calls are preferred if the request is urgent If you have a FOIA request, please click here SearchNew River Bible Chapel pastor found dead at home, police suspect ‘foul play’ The Christian Post | ABC15The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office in Arizona is now investigating the death of the beloved leader of New River Bible Chapel after he was found dead in his home under suspicious circumstances Monday the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said officers found Schonemann dead at his home after they responded to a call at 7:31 p.m it appeared there may have been foul play,” the statement said When asked for additional information on Schonemann’s death on Wednesday “Detectives are awaiting the autopsy for cause of death Calls made to New River Bible Chapel by CP on Wednesday for comment went to a voicemail where Schonemann’s voice is still featured When asked about the late pastor, neighbor Zane Sharpe told ABC 15 that he was shocked by his suspicious death Complete utter shock and complete lack of just being able to grasp how and why this happened,” Sharpe said “Everyone always holds pastors in high esteem Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. ‘Pastor Bill’ reportedly sustained severe injuries I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice The Maricopa County medical examiner has determined the death of a popular community pastor in his Arizona home was a homicide was found dead on his bed in New River around 7:30 pm on Monday According to sources that spoke to FOX 10 “Pastor Bill,” long-time head of the New River Bible Chapel was found with his arms spread out and his hands pinned to the wall The sources also said the pastor appeared to have suffered significant injuries The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office has not publicly revealed many details about the death Schonemann’s loved ones as we continue our efforts to bring justice in this case MCSO detectives are actively investigating and following all leads," the sheriff's office said in a news release Investigators believe the murder was an "isolated incident,” and that there’s no threat to the community a neighbor who lived next to the pastor for 12 years He told FOX 10 that the lack of information about the murder has left the community on edge It’s just something that we are just not used to doing A former congregation member, Zane Sharpe, told ABC 15 that the news of the pastor's death was crushing The pastor’s son, Randall Schonemann, said in a statement: “Our dad had such a positive impact on people everywhere he went. We will miss the loving guidance and patience, the happiness he showed just getting to walk around an airport getting his steps in.” is found murdered on his bed with his hands pinned to the wall","description":"‘Pastor Bill’ reportedly sustained severe injuries Show Breaking News BarCloseLocal News Ryan Mackey FORT LAUDERDALE – A man was pulled from a submerged vehicle in Fort Lauderdale’s New River early Monday morning after a crash near the Southwest Fourth Avenue/Avenue of the Arts drawbridge Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue said crews were dispatched at approximately 2:13 a.m after a 911 caller reported seeing a vehicle floating in the river they could not immediately spot the vehicle and deployed divers into the water authorities said divers found a man inside the submerged car brought him to the surface and rushed him to Broward Health Medical Center They said CPR was performed during transport The man’s age or current condition was not immediately available Authorities said that the Fort Lauderdale Police Department is investigating the incident More Stories Like This In Our Email Newsletter Copyright 2025 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved Ryan Mackey is a Digital Journalist at WPLG TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Closed Captioning / Audio Description Contact Us Careers at WPLG Terms of Use Privacy Policy Public File FCC Applications EEO Report Do Not Sell My Info 1.0 Host Exhibit Copyright © 2025 Local10.com is published by WPLG INC. CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – More than a hundred people gathered at the historic Cambria site Wednesday to witness the groundbreaking ceremony for Montgomery County’s new Amtrak station, marking a significant milestone in Virginia’s passenger rail expansion. The project, which has been under discussion for over a decade, will refurbish and modernize the Cambria train station, with passenger service expected to begin in 2027. “This is a dream that is in progress still that began decades ago,” said Virginia Senator Tim Kaine. “I have been very proud as senator to battle for Amtrak funding to get us to Roanoke and then funding for this particular project to help find the right site for a passenger station here in Christiansburg.” Governor Glenn Youngkin joined local and state officials at the groundbreaking, emphasizing the project’s significance for regional connectivity. “Folks from the greater Montgomery County, Christiansburg, can in fact get real access to the rest of the east coast without going on I-81,” Youngkin said. “It’ll be great to have an alternative to jump on this great rail service.” Have the day's biggest stories arrive in your inbox every day at 8 p.m. The station’s location sparked considerable debate before officials decided to return to the historic Cambria site, where the original station once stood. “We had countless meetings with the community, and they were very honest as you may expect with their opinion,” said DJ Stadtler, Executive Director of Virginia Passenger Rail Authority. “They said you know what, the sight by the mall would be great, we understand that’s very very expensive, the site out at cinnabar road, not so good. We really, really want here at Cambria.” Christiansburg Mayor Mike Barber said he’s excited to finally see the project move forward. “It’s been a long effort, a lot of time spent on it, but it’s been time and money well spent,” he said. The new station represents a significant expansion of Virginia’s passenger rail network, providing Southwest Virginia residents with direct access to the Eastern Seaboard’s rail corridor. Thomas grew up right here in Roanoke and is a graduate of Salem High School and Virginia Tech. This work, MCAS New River Go-Getter: Lance Cpl. Gabriel R. Gilbert, by LCpl Rose Spencer, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright Seven months after Hurricane Helene ripped apart the New River shoreline what’s changed inside the New River Trail State Park One addition is a new birding trail along a portion of the park in Wythe County where visitors can explore the sights and sounds of springtime If you want to learn what kinds of birds you might be hearing but aren’t sure where to begin created for both beginning and experienced birders points at a birdhouse where a small bird is bringing nesting supplies We’re just outside the small town of Ivanhoe More than a hundred different bird species can be found here “[I’m] hearing a lot of cardinals and finches right now,” Pitts whispers “I think a lot of visitors just find the calming effects of not only being out in nature but just being present in nature,” Pitts said And it’s just a unique way to view and appreciate wildlife.” A black bird with a white and burnt orange breast lands on a branch nearby “That was pretty neat… an eastern towhee that we just saw,” Pitts says “And it was maybe eight feet in front of us.” The trail meanders along two-and-a-half miles of meadow and forested flood plain This part of the trail was completely upended last year when Hurricane Helene dumped sand and mud along the entire shoreline “You can see all of the trees that have just been completely knocked over by the force of the river and the water over here,” Pitts says volunteers and park employees from across Virginia helped Pitts and her crew remove trash and debris from the New River— tires “Lots of volunteer efforts and lots of hands have helped make this birding trail clean and pristine,” Pitts explains I mean there’s still so much shoreline that we have to clean up but this looks a lot better than it did before.” The New River Trail park recently reopened all sections of the trail that were damaged during Helene “We’ve been able to open our campsites back up and our trails have opened back up now,” Pitts says “I think that’s something to be celebrated for sure.” We leave the beach and head to the gravel bike trail and walk along a bridge that crosses the river A man and a woman are riding a tandem bicycle Today we spy a handful of tires beneath the clear water we also see prints from a raccoon that’s probably been scrounging for food in the night There are interpretive signs and a free library with birding guides Pitts suggests it might be useful to connect with a birding club State parks like New River Trail also host guided hikes throughout the year If you want to bring a group to the Ivanhoe Birding Trail for a guided walk Pitts says visitors can call the New River Trail State Park to set up a time (276) 699-6778 This trail is located a little over a mile walk or bike ride from the Ivanhoe parking area at 356 Riverview Road Visitors with mobility limitations can get permission from the state park to use a golf cart The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) celebrated the groundbreaking of its New River Valley Rail Project in Christiansburg Through the VPRA Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) initiative the New River Valley Project encompasses railroad infrastructure upgrades that VPRA says will allow for an extension of its Amtrak Virginia service from Roanoke to Christiansburg and return passenger rail service to the New River Valley for the first time since 1979. “Today’s groundbreaking represents a lot of hard work determination and collaboration,” Virginia Gov “We are here today because people came to the table and worked together to execute a new and dramatically better deal—one that accelerates the return of passenger rail service to the New River Valley years earlier on a better line and at a much lower cost to Virginia’s taxpayers—than the one I inherited I look forward to all that this station will do to support and grow such an important region of the commonwealth.” The New River Valley Project includes: “I want to thank VPRA and Norfolk Southern for coming together last year to reach an all-around better deal for Virginians,” said Virginia Secretary of Transportation W “The new agreement between VPRA and Norfolk Southern is the reason we are here breaking ground on a project that will provide additional connectivity and promote economic growth in the New River Valley.” VPRA says the extension of service to Christiansburg will be via Norfolk Southern’s main line (N-Line). This plan is the result of an agreement between VPRA and Norfolk Southern completed last September through which VPRA purchased the Manassas Line and gained access to the N-Line VPRA says it will use existing infrastructure with a focus on developing a station stop at the Cambria site which previously served the community from 1904 to 1979 The project will also enhance Norfolk Southern’s freight service through the area. The New River Valley Passenger Rail Station Authority—created by the Virginia General Assembly in 2021—will be called the New River Valley Station and renovations are expected to begin in 2027. VPRA estimates the cost of its New River Valley Project to come to $264.5 million Preliminary construction began in late February 2025 with full construction commencing this spring. VPRA expects Amtrak Virginia service to begin in 2027 with two daily roundtrips between Christiansburg and Washington the service will continue onto Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor to Philadelphia This project will replace two bridges: the northbound Interstate 81 bridge over the New River and the Route 232 bridge over I-81 at exit 105 (Radford) The northbound I-81 bridge over the New River was built in 1965 and showed signs of age The new bridge will have an extended off ramp for exit 105 and wider shoulders The new bridge over the New River was built in the median next to the old structure so two lanes of northbound I-81 can remain open during construction The new bridge is now open to traffic and the old bridge will be demolished. The Route 232 bridge crosses over the interstate and was replaced to span the longer deceleration lane at exit 105 and wider shoulders on the new bridge over the New River It has been completed and is open to traffic The original bridge on I-81 pictured below was opened to traffic in 1965 This project will replace the aging northbound bridge over the New River and widen the shoulders and approaches The northbound deceleration lane will be extended providing an additional factor of safety for traffic entering or exiting from I-81 at exit 105 Lat/long: ' + markerLat.trim().substring(0,9) + ' The new bridge over the New River will be built in the median parallel to the existing structure so two lanes of traffic can be maintained in each direction on I-81 during construction Estimated cost of the project: $62.2 million The contract was awarded to Vecellio and Grogan Inc Please note that this file is not ADA compliant This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page News & Reviews News Wire Virginia marks groundbreaking for Amtrak extension to New River Valley Glenn Youngkin led the list of officials on hand Thursday (April 24 2025) for groundbreaking on the New River Valley Rail Project which will allow extension of Amtrak service from Roanoke it will be the first time the New River Valley has had passenger service since 1979 “I look forward to all that this station will do to support and grow such an important region of the Commonwealth.” Studies had determined it could have cost up to $1 billion to prepare the route to reach Christiansburg and precluded eventual extension to Bristol the project launched Thursday will include service on the original Norfolk & Western line to Christianburg where a historic station will be renovated and a new platform built Work will also include an Amtrak layover facility 10 miles away in Radford The project is estimated to cost $265.4 million Preliminary work began in February but full construction will commence this spring with trips taking 50 minutes between Christiansburg and Roanoke and about six hours between Christiansburg and Washington “The groundbreaking of the New River Valley Project represents what can be achieved through strong partnerships,” said Virginia Passenger Rail Authority Executive Director DJ Stadtler “This project would not be possible without the shared vision of providing Virginians with a rail alternative.” Said Jennifer Mitchell Amtrak executive vice president of strategy and planning ““This groundbreaking is a critical milestone in the Transforming Rail in Virginia project that will ultimately increase rail service in the Commonwealth.” Additional details on the project are available at the VPRA website. Video from the event is available here Service on the VRPA’s Roanoke corridor began with a single round trip between Lynchburg and Washington in 2009 and was subsequently extended to Roanoke Ridership has grown from just over 100,000 in 2009 to more than 343,000 in 2024 I’m not clear on the Radford situation If the train is going to lay over there why wouldn’t you have passenger service continue on to it with 9,000 college students (included or not included in it) would indicate at least a few passengers would be served by any train that’s already going to the area DC to Blacksburg/Christiansburg is 4 hours when there’s no traffic My niece used to attend VT and the population of students alone will support this service Between VT and Radford there are nearly 50,000 students Virginia will continue its progress on advancing passenger rail by convincing Amtrak to reroute the CARDINAL off the CSX single-track line between Culpepper (CLP) and Charlottesville (CVS) onto the NS double-track line between those cities This would speed-up the CARDINAL by 26 minutes This reroute would require a back-up move on the existing connecting track at the Charlottesville Station OR Virginia could fund a new connecting track under the Main Street that would allow the CARDINAL to operate through the Charlottesville Station without a backup This would further promote a daily CARDINAL operation unless this one isn’t Amtrak-funded So Amtrak agrees to a layover facility 10 miles away for a tiny city of 23,348 (ranked 238 out of 387 metropolitan areas in the U.S.) but won’t do 4 miles in massively popular Miami to serve it’s bustling modern airport facility which they admit will increase ridership The long layover distance caught my attention too but remember: since this is a state-supported train Virginia is on the hook for the costs associated with the long deadhead/layover move The Miami trains are long-distance trains so Amtrak would have to pay those costs instead whether it is long distance or state supported corridors is should be serving city centers as the best outcome over the long haul Miami was cluster but on the bright side if somehow someway that Amtrak can find itself sharing Brightline’s Miami central station would be a much better plan I think it is doable just not sure of the logistics from routing down to the platform requirements but Radford university does have ~~` 9000 students How many are local and does the city’s pop include the university This IMO is an example of a station that needs only a mini high for ADA ADA can be detrimental to allow proper Amtrak small cities service Members enjoy 15% off any purchase in our store. Join Today Get updates and special offers via email from Trains.com brands Christ Episcopal Church members and supporters stand in protest April 30 of a proposed ordinance that would allow Toms River New Jersey] An Episcopal congregation here after facing months of backlash from some neighbors in response to its proposal for a 17-bed homeless shelter now has been targeted by the town for possible public seizure of the 11-acre church property through eminent domain The congregation, Christ Episcopal Church agreed to begin the process of buying or seizing the church and five other properties to create two new town parks said that a Toms River resident alerted a parishioner to the addition of the proposed eminent domain ordinance to the meeting’s agenda and that parishioner contacted Hoffman the evening before the meeting The town had not notified the church about the pending vote “It’s just really shocking and surprising and very disappointing,” Hoffman told Episcopal News Service “There’s a lot of anger and frustration going on.” She said she doesn’t see the proposed park plan as a “legitimate reason to seize the property.” claiming it attracts people who are homeless The church now faces two different issues with the town Its overnight shelter plan needs the approval of the Zoning Board of Adjustment the town council is scheduled to take public comment and make a final decision on the land-seizure ordinance A schematic shown at the meeting details Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick’s plan for the Christ Episcopal Church land Christ Church is by far the largest property of the six that would be affected by the eminent domain proposal Rodrick has said he wants a park on the church land with pickleball courts The other properties include three private marinas along the Toms River and an empty lot that would form a waterfront park “It is clear and obvious that the township and mayor are acting in bad faith and have ulterior motives,” attorney Michael York told Assistant Township Attorney Peter Pascarella in a letter delivered just before the April 30 council meeting they are not even trying to hide their actions This attempt to use eminent domain as an excuse to obtain property is not disguised in this instance.” who was hired by a local affordable housing advocacy group to represent the church said “even a cursory review of the relevant case law would indicate that the township is in a perilous position.” He promised legal action against the town council members and any staff “who knowingly participated in this bad faith action.” Hoffman said the 160-year-old Christ Church is “an active vital community” with an average Sunday attendance of more than 150 the church is a hub for community outreach hosting more than 20 support groups and running a food pantry as well as a weekly clothing distribution effort It also offers resources to people experiencing homelessness and other people at risk who come to the church for assistance which rents an older church building on the property has operated on the property for almost two years Hoffman said the group rehoused more than 130 families during its first year at Christ Church The group also brings in other agencies to help the people it serves Some of the frustration that Hoffman identified in the community was obvious April 30 from the outset of the six-minute debate on the issue during which council members yelled at each other Council member Thomas Nivison, shouting at times, tried to get the proposed ordinance tabled or to at least remove the Christ Church property from consideration. The motion to table failed 4-3, the same margin by which the council passed the ordinance’s first reading moments later. (The debate begins at the 36:19 mark here.) stood to vote against the ordinance and led the room in praying the Lord’s Prayer “There’s no way on God’s green Earth that anyone should vote for this ordinance,” council member James Quinlisk said to loud applause and shouts as he cast a no vote He said passing the ordinance would set up the town for a lawsuit “one that I don’t think (the mayor) understands the scale of.” has proposed adding a facility to its campus allowing for a 17-bed homeless shelter Under The Episcopal Church’s so-called “Dennis Canon” (Canon 1.7.4) a parish holds its property in trust for the diocese and The Episcopal Church While the Toms River council does not take public comment during the first reading of any proposed ordinance the members got an earful April 30 during the meeting’s general comment time The speakers included people who said they had been or currently were homeless “I don’t know whether you believe in Christ or believe in God but when you start messing with his children you’ve got a lot of trouble,” Toms River resident Angie Feldman said a Christ Church member who said he was speaking only for himself told the council that he wonders what he can do to help alleviate the problem of homelessness “But I feel like there’s something my church can do I don’t know how many of you will be here in 10 years Mary Frances Schjonberg is a freelance writer who formerly was a senior editor and reporter for Episcopal News Service We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse our traffic We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorised as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyse how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are 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to analyse the effectiveness of the ad campaigns Meredith College Community School of Music welcomes the New River Ensemble who will be presenting a concert for kids and families on Sunday Kids are encouraged to bring their string instruments for an interactive performance The concert is free and open to the public with donations accepted at the door Download the NPS app to navigate the parks on the go An online publication of Appalachian State University Located on the campus of Appalachian State University in Boone the New River Residence Hall cam offers views of campus and the surrounding mountains This webcam is maintained by University Communications Explore the top reasons you should go to App State Tour App State’s campus for yourself – with a guide The latest college rankings and recognitions of six national publications — including U.S The Princeton Review and Forbes magazine — have one thing in common: All place App State among the best schools in the nation View live webcams 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chlorinated solvents until the late 1970s and the site has been part of EPA cleanup efforts The company declared bankruptcy in 2001 and abandoned the property The 450,000-square-foot building was razed and the city owns the 10-acre site “The community has been without safe recreational access to the upper Acushnet River for 30-plus years as it has undergone cleanup efforts by the EPA the waters are again safe to the public and are open to the 100,000 residents within three miles of the river There is currently no safe launching point for recreational watercraft,” according to the project application Recreation and Beaches assistant project manager said during an earlier meeting on the proposal that the ultimate goal was to build a rowing center at the site He said the site is also where the New Bedford River Walk will end The 17,000-foot recreational waterfront path is planned for the upper harbor along the western bank of the Acushnet River Laying out a crew competition racecourse on the Acushnet River was also planned in a future phase Rick Porteus was among those critical of the process While supporting the idea of a rowing facility the better site would be in the vicinity of Riverside Park Kodiak Building Partners has acquired New River Building Supply & Lumber Co. a leading building materials distribution company has acquired New River Building Supply & Lumber Co. a well-respected provider of high-quality building materials This strategic acquisition strengthens Kodiak’s presence in the developing Southeast market while preserving New River’s long-standing tradition of exceptional service and expertise in the region’s High Country will maintain its commitment to building strong customer relationships with backing from Kodiak’s resources and national network that will support strategic growth to meet the increasing demand for building materials in the region This acquisition marks another step forward in Kodiak’s expansion efforts reinforcing its dedication to empowering local businesses and enhancing customer experience in key markets “Kodiak and New River share a commitment to continuous improvement striving each day to enhance our operations and strengthen support for our customers and communities Our opportunities for growth with New River and in the Southeast are not done,” said Steve Swinney Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor This partnership is another step toward our goals—and fuels our commitment to be better tomorrow than we were today.” “Partnering with Kodiak makes us a stronger company with access to a wide network of industry knowledge and additional resources to serve our customers and meet the growing demand for quality building materials in our communities,” said Perry Yates president of New River Building Supply & Lumber Co “This partnership will ensure our legacy in these North Carolina communities can continue for generations to come.” has been the trusted source for professional builders offering a full range of materials for construction and remodeling projects In addition to a comprehensive selection of top-tier building materials New River features a dedicated timber & log division assisting customers in planning and constructing the log homes of their dreams Kodiak Building Partners is a leading acquisition firm specializing in acquiring and supporting locally owned and operated building materials companies New River Building Supply & Lumber Company has been a trusted supplier of high-quality building materials to contractors and homeowners in North Carolina’s High Country the company offers an extensive range of building products and a dedicated timber & log division to support custom home projects LP Building Solutions has expanded its Amazon Storefront to include LP SmartSide ExpertFinish Trim & Siding accessories has acquired Groupe Expan and its subsidiaries Groupe Isolofoam Canadian manufacturers of expanded polystyrene solutions US LBM has renamed its Breckenridge and Edwards Building Centers and the Colorado locations of Foxworth-Galbriath Lumber as Colorado Building Supply Jeld-Wen is permanently closing its Chiloquin Doors plant in Chiloquin The Amtrak extension into the New River Valley represents a significant development in Virginia’s transportation infrastructure, aimed at enhancing connectivity and promoting economic growth in the region. The New River Valley, encompassing cities like Lynchburg and Roanoke, has historically been underserved by passenger rail services. This extension is part of a broader initiative to revitalize rail travel in the United States, responding to increasing demand for sustainable and efficient transportation options. The push for this extension began in the early 2000s, driven by local advocacy groups, regional planners, and state officials who recognized the potential benefits of improved rail service. The New River Valley is known for its scenic landscapes, cultural heritage, and educational institutions, making it a desirable destination for both residents and tourists. The absence of direct rail service limited access to these attractions and hindered economic development. The journey toward the Amtrak extension into the New River Valley has been marked by several key milestones: Amanda Stellwag is a Content Gatherer and joined the WSLS 10 News team in December 2024. She is from New Jersey and graduated from Rutgers University in May 2024. North Korea and Russia officially kicked off the construction of a new car bridge across the Tumen River on Wednesday, according to the Russian government following months of preparatory work by a shady contractor and complaints from local residents Russian prime minister Mikhail Mishustin called the construction of the bridge a “significant milestone” in the relationship between Russia and North Korea joining the groundbreaking ceremony by video and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update Anton Sokolin is the data correspondent at NK News TASS and the Korea Trade Promotion Corporation (KOTRA) Internet Explorer is not compatible with this website Microsoft ceased supporting IE 10 and older in 2016 Microsoft cyber-security chief Chris Jackson has been urging users to stop using the browser since February 2019 Join the influential community of members who rely on NK News original news and in-depth reporting Don't have an account? SIGN UP For more pricing options, click here. Already have an account? SIGN IN Please enter your username or email address You will receive a link to create a new password via email Don't have an account? SIGN UP While it's easy to put all of your focus on the flooding that is probably happening locally to wherever you are in Southwest Oklahoma heavy rains in the Texas Red River watershed could be ramping up for an even bigger problem along the Oklahoma border One curious Okie-turned-Texan named Gary Branigan recently found himself on the Red River down South of Hollis Now you can see why they call it the Red River.. Having spent so many summers there growing up this is the most water I've ever seen in the Red River South of Hollis And his comments on the "new" river bridge are bang-on The old iron bridge was terrifyingly beautiful in its own rusty While there are some pretty narrow spots in the river along our shared border with Texas though most stretch between 1/4 & 1/2 miles in width If you calculate that the average flood stage is 25 feet it amounts to a massive amount of water that would be required to flood That being said, it has happened before, but flood warnings are happening now in narrow portions of the river basin Even if it manages to rise out of its banks between now and when this severe weather cycle takes a break early next week could it overflow some of the lower bridges a lot of the older Red River bridges have been replaced over the last twenty or thirty years flood waters from this river sprawl well beyond the lands that are lower than the surrounding roads and bridges.. Gallery Credit: Kelso The Texas Red River watershed is seeing unprecedented rainfall. Join us to understand the implications for flooding and local infrastructure.\nRead More This is red River south of Hollis Oklahoma with a great deal of water Red River starts beyond Amarillo and passes down.. That being said, it has happened before, but flood warnings are happening now in narrow portions of the river basin. Even if it manages to rise out of its banks between now and when this severe weather cycle takes a break early next week, could it overflow some of the lower bridges? As pointed out in Gary's video, a lot of the older Red River bridges have been replaced over the last twenty or thirty years. Brought up to modern codes, including taller heights. Still, flood waters from this river sprawl well beyond the lands that are lower than the surrounding roads and bridges... but as they say, never say never. New River Building Supply& Lumber Company, Boone, N.C.Kodiak Building PartnersKodiak Building Partners announced Monday that it has acquired North Carolina building materials distributor New River Building Supply & Lumber Company. New River, headquartered in Boone, North Carolina, has served the state’s “High Country” region since 1973. It added a second location in Banner Elk, North Carolina, in 2003. Kodiak officials said the deal would bolster its presence in the growing Southeast market and provide New River’s customers with backing from Kodiak’s national network, resources and expertise. “Kodiak and New River share a commitment to continuous improvement, striving each day to enhance our operations and strengthen support for our customers and communities,” Kodiak CEO Steve Swinney said in the announcement. “Our opportunities for growth with New River and in the Southeast are not done.” “This partnership will ensure our legacy in these North Carolina communities can continue for generations to come,” added New River President Perry Yates. Watch All Subscriber Events NASCAR SERIES Connor Hall got his tenure with JR Motorsports started off on the right foot with a dominant win in Saturday night's zMAX CARS Tour Late Model Stock event at New River All-American Speedway. Share TopConnor Hall took a decisive win in Saturday night's CARS Tour Late Model Stock season-opening race at New River All-American Speedway the 28-year-old driver's first start with JR Motorsports Hall was left wondering if he would walk out of New River with the trophy as a late-race caution allowed Bobby McCarty one last-ditch effort to attempt to get by him for the race win I would have liked to have seen it go green," Hall said in his victory lane interview "I knew Bobby had a really good short-run car I didn't know what those guys were going to do It was nice to kind of race one out." he was able to power his way to the finish line to win by a margin of 0.779 seconds over McCarty the two-time and defending NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series champion is set to begin his bid for a CARS Tour Late Model Stock championship with a win right out of the gates "It feels good just to be in Cook Out Victory Lane here with the CARS Tour," Hall explained "[We] Put our Johnny Morris Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet in victory lane I'm trying to catch my breath because I tried screaming a little bit to sound excited I'm just pumped and really excited to get the year going with these guys." managed his tires through the early portions of Saturday night's race which led to a wild number of lead changes and comers and goers through the opening laps of the event While many were rising and fading massively through the running order Hall refused to let himself lose sight of the top couple of spots all race after seeing how important track position was in the night's lead-in CARS Tour Pro Late Model race usually you see me fall a little bit further But just kind of after what I saw in that Pro [Late Model] race track position here is so crucial because the exit of the corners is so sharp that the guy on the top can pinch the guy on the bottom down so bad," Hall said we tried to play the track position thing." Hall says it's tough staying disciplined when everyone is breathing down your neck really hard to not look in the mirror when there's a whole field pushing you through every corner," Hall stated To put it in perspective how wild the running order was changing in the early portion of Saturday night's race who started from the 29th position in the 30-car field While Hall and McCarty were the class of the field all race long and finished the race in the top-two spots who was one of many drivers swept up in early-race crashes was able to battle back for an incredible third-place finish who was also involved in an early-race crash Caden Kvapil worked his way from the last starting position (30th) to finish an impressive sixth while Doug Barnes Jr. and Lanie Buice rounded out the top-10 finishers in the race The National Dodge 225 at New River was marred by several multi-car accidents Lanie Buice got turned by Bryce Applegate to kick off the incident Buice turning sideways caused a stack up in the field who finished second in the Pro Late Model event but would be able to soldier on in the event with his radiator hanging out the final car on the lead lap in the 125-lap race The next major melee would occur on the restart following the Bassett/McKee crash and it would be sparked by Jake Bollman missing a shift from the second position Bollman's missed shift sent a ripple through the field which resulted in Mini Tyrrell taking several hard shots Jarad Fryar would also be involved in the crash and while the incident would spell the end of the race for Jones and Fryar Tyrrell would at one point rally back up to the 11th spot before ultimately salvaging a 21st-place finish on the night The final big crash of the evening would take place on Lap 86 when Carson Haislip would collide with Mason Diaz which sent Diaz spinning to a stop in the middle of the track With the front of Diaz's car facing the oncoming group of cars he would be suffer a major impact from Bryce Applegate The crash between Diaz and Applegate would lead to a lengthy red-flag both drivers were able to walk away without injury Next up for the CARS Tour Late Model Stock Series is a contest at Wake County Speedway in Raleigh That event will be broadcast live on FloRacing Photo Credit: Screengrab from FloRacing Broadcast Jade Avedisian Becomes First Female CARS Tour Pro Late Model Winner After DeCaire DQed Augie Grill Chasing Sixth Alabama 200 Victory at Montgomery Results: Carson Brown Fastest on Alabama 200 Practice Day at Montgomery – New River Trail State Park has opened two new experiences for visitors: the Ivanhoe Birding Trail and the Foster Falls Self-Guided Tour These additions provide opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs to connect with nature and explore the region’s heritage The Ivanhoe Birding Trail offers a serene route for birdwatchers The 2.5-mile trail is rated easy and winds through hardwood forests The new 1-mile self-guided walking tour at Foster Falls highlights the history of the once-thriving Foster Falls Village “We are excited to introduce these new features that showcase the park’s natural beauty and history,” said park manager Sam Sweeney New River Trail State Park is open daily from dawn to dusk Visitors can tent camp at one of the park’s three primitive campgrounds or book a room at the Inn at Foster Falls For more information, visit virginiastateparks.gov/new-river-trail.