Lane Shifts on I-95 for Emergency Repairs in Near Triangle Virginia
On Wednesday, October 21, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) began shifting all lanes to the left on a half-mile stretch of I-95 South in Prince William County, from just south of the truck scales to Exit 152 (Route 234), for emergency groundwater seepage repairs. This lane shift will be in place for approximately two […]
Virginia DOT Reconstructing I-95 Exits in Stafford and Fredericksburg
Using $18 million from their Highway Safety Improvement Program, the Virginia Department of Transportation will be reconstructing I-95 exits in Stafford and Fredericksburg. Safety improvements will be made to I-95 Exit 130 (VA 3/Fredericksburg) and I-95 Exit 133 (US 17/Falmouth). These two Interstate exits had crash rates well above the statewide average. Construction will include: – Extending […]
Virginia: DOT Lifts Lane Closures for Labor Day Weekend Travel
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will suspend most highway work zones for several days during the Labor Day holiday travel period to provide as many travel lanes as possible. VDOT will lift lane closures on interstates and other major roads from noon Friday, Sept. 4, until noon Tuesday, Sept. 8. Based on the traffic […]
Over 35 Million Traveling For Labor Day 2015, Highest Since 2008
The American Automobile Association (AAA) is projecting that 35.5 million Americans will travel 50 or more miles from home during the coming Labor Day holiday weekend. This number represents the highest travel volume for this holiday period since 2008… and a one percent increase over 2014. 30.4 million of these travelers will do it by […]
August is Virginia Craft Beer Month – Celebrate Virginia’s Craft Brewery Industry at More Than 100 Breweries
With more than 100 breweries in place and more opening every year, Virginia has become a magnet for the craft beer industry. Local love is on tap and August has been named Virginia Craft Beer Month. The world is taking notice. Virginia’s crafter breweries are receiving awards and accolades in many of the nation’s top […]
Virginia is For Lovers of Music Festivals
Across Virginia, every style of music is represented with a variety of music festivals and music lovers have plenty of options to choose from. Lovers of Bluegrass and classic Country music can attend festivals like the Richmond Folk Festival or the Galax Old Fiddlers’ Convention, the largest and oldest in the world. These festivals offer […]
Virginia Beach’s Music Scene Offers Something For Everyone
If you’re looking for the perfect summer spot for live music, Virginia Beach boasts a vibrant music scene that provides fans of all genres something to enjoy, whether it’s a concert in the sand, browsing local crafts and produce while listening to local jams, or laying out a blanket under the sun. During the summer […]
Memorial Day Travel Will Be Highest in 10 years Says AAA
The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates that 37.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from their homes during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. That number represents a 4.7 percent increase from the 35.5 million people who traveled last year and the highest travel volume for the holiday in 10 years. AAA also predicts that […]
Interstate Highway System Turns 59!
2015 marks the 59th anniversary of the Interstate Highway System. On June 29, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956. With that stroke of the pen began the single greatest public works program in the nation’s history, the Interstate Highway System. Here’s a little information we’ve compiled that we thought […]
Summer 2015 Brings New Family Fun to I-95 Amusement Parks and Attractions
Amusement parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, museums, zoos, aquariums, science centers, and other attractions across the United States and Canada are rolling out an exciting new lineup of fun in 2015. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) releases its annual compilation of new attractions opening this year and highlights 2015 trends, […]
World War II Aircraft Take to the Skies Today in DC
To honor the heroes who fought in the War and those on the home front who produced the tanks, ships, and aircraft that enabled the United States and its Allies to achieve victory, one of the most diverse arrays of World War II aircraft ever assembled will fly above the skies of Washington, D.C. on […]
Virginia Museum of Transportation Announces Return of Norfolk & Western Steam Passenger Locomotive
For nearly 20 years she’s sat silent, but on Saturday, May 30, the Norfolk & Western Class J 611™ Steam Passenger Locomotive, the most powerful steam passenger locomotive ever built, will triumphantly return to her hometown of Roanoke, Virginia under her own steam power. It’s a dream come true for thousands around the world. “Once […]
Priceline.com Reveals the Top 50 Most Popular Spring Break Destinations According to College Students
Every year spring break offers college students a much-needed respite from their late-night study sessions and an excuse to take a spontaneous getaway with friends. In fact, 73 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 say they are likely to take a last-minute getaway in 2015, according to a recent survey commissioned […]
Virginia: All-New Soak City Water Park to Replace WaterWorks at Kings Dominion
The 40th Celebration continues at Kings Dominion as WaterWorks transforms into Soak City. An expansion and renovation of Kings Dominion’s all-inclusive water park is well underway.
2015 NASCAR Schedule, Track Links and Area Lodging
With the 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series only a few weeks away, The I-95 Exit Guide has just published it’s annual NASCAR schedule feature. The new section lists the 2015 NASCAR schedule with links to the individual track websites. The feature also includes information on lodging near each track as well as in the immediate […]