For a more in-depth discussion on the factors that contributed to the historic flooding and rainfall totals from Helene, here is an informative article from the North Carolina State Climate Office: climate.ncsu.edu/blog/2024/09/r…

BREAKING NEWS | President Biden has declared a major disaster in Virginia following the devastating and broad impacts brought on by Helene. wsls.com/news/virginia/…

Eggleston River Road in Giles County, VA remains closed due to a washout from #HurricaneHelene but #VDOT crews have been out clearing and grading to work on the surface and the area to make this scenic road safe again for travel. Way to go crew!

Coverage from WSLS 10 & Rachel Lucas wsls.com/news/local/202…

Updates will be posted in regards to this declaration as they are available. Thanks WDBJ7 for sharing. wdbj7.com/2024/10/02/pre… #GilesCoVA

Do you need tree removal, debris cleanup, anything that volunteers can help with? We have a group effort being coordinated for Saturday, Oct 5. Please use this link to request volunteers: forms.gle/zhgUDtqu3ZTnXJ… This is also linked on our website. #GilesCoVA #GilesFloodRelief24

Have you suffered loss or damage due to Hurricane Helene? #GilesCoVA residents can apply for assistance by: - FEMA app - Online: disasterassistance.gov - Phone: 800-621-3362 - In Person: Visit a Disaster Recovery Center near you - fema.gov/drc

We continue to focus on those dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, but we can also look forward to welcoming friends & families to #GilesCoVA this holiday season. Case in point Mountain Lake Lodge brings back the Magical Christmas Village & Marketplace, Nov 23-Jan 4. #LoveVA

📢 Attention: Garbage will not run today due to weather. All garbage will be delayed for one this week. ❄️ #gilescova

Discover the Gems in #GilesCoVA ✨ From scenic overlooks to charming small-town vibes, Giles County is filled with places to fall in love. ❤️ 🏞️ Cascades Waterfall 🛶 New River adventures 🌄 Mountain trails Don’t forget to tag us with #LoveGilesCoVA! #LoveVA #VisitNRV

Adventure is Our Love Language 🌿 Celebrate love with an unforgettable adventure in #GilesCoVA! 💙 Fish the New River 🌲 Take a scenic hike 🍷 End the day with a glass of wine Share your #LoveGilesCoVA moments and explore more at VirginiasMtnPlayground.com. #VisitNRV #LoveVA

Spring is a fantastic time for a waterfall hike, as the falls are running strong after spring rains. A favorite waterfall is Cascades Falls in Giles County, VA. An easy four-mile out-and-back hike lets visitors revel in this 66-foot-tall waterfall. visitvirginia

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Today on the show, we discuss Giles County, VA known as Virginia's Mountain playground with Tourism Director Cora Gnegy. YouTube zurl.co/moVrz Spotify zurl.co/iuyMd Apple Podcasts zurl.co/Wi6HS

Hiking to Cascade Falls, VA. Rise of 700 feet elevation over 2.2 miles. Challenging. But fun.

Kayaking the New River. Challenging. But fun!