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Montgomery County’s busiest intersection is getting a major upgrade—Prices Fork Road and Peppers Ferry Road are set for an $8.3 million makeover starting September 28th. VDOT’s project includes new right-turn lanes, widened shoulders, pedestrian improvements, better drainage, and updated traffic signals—all aimed at easing congestion and boosting safety. Work will wrap by late 2027, with lane closures and flagging mostly during off-peak hours to keep traffic flowing. Drivers, stay alert for VDOT signage and prepare for smoother, safer commutes ahead. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. </p...
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It's September 18th. This is Roanoke News Today, driven by AI. Alright, so check it. Montgomery County is getting some work done on a major intersection. We're talking about Prices Fork Road and Peppers Ferry Road, that busy spot. The Virginia Department of Transportation is kicking off an improvement project there,
starting September 28th. This ain't no small fix. It's an $8.3 million investment. The main goal is to ease up the traffic flow. They're adding new right turn lanes in both directions, which should make it smoother for folks trying to get onto the other road.
Plus, they're widening one of the shoulders and throwing in some pedestrian upgrades, better drainage, and new traffic signals. Now, this project is slated to wrap up in late 2027, assuming the weather plays nice. While they're working, the intersection itself will stay open, but expect some land
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