Blog Category: VBR News

Virtual Blue Ridge is constantly adding and modifying it’s extensive website dedicated to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Whenever something new comes up, we make sure to post it here.

Trout Lake Drowning

January 20th, 2010 Tanna Baumgardner No comments

The High Country of NC was shocked to learn about a 52-year-old man drowning in Trout Lake last Wednesday. A tragic accident really, all he was trying to do was go after one of his dogs that had wandered onto the frozen lake surface.

Most people in the area have been reeling from the news of this man’s untimely death. A stark reminder of how short life can be, and how quickly things can change. All of us here at Virtual Blue Ridge are thinking of this man’s family.

You can read a press release containing more details here: Blowing Rock Man Drowns in Trout Lake.

Everyone be careful out there!

Blue Ridge Mountains Getaway Giveaway

October 22nd, 2009 Diana Baker No comments

Blue Ridge Mountains Getaway GiveawayAre you in need of a Blue Ridge Mountain Vacation? Visit Virtual Blue Ridge and enter for your chance to win.

Don’t miss your chance to win a relaxing retreat to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Retail Value up to :: $1,473.87 Read more »

Office Goddesses Attend Appalachian's Football 101

August 14th, 2009 Tanna Baumgardner No comments

office-goddesses-asuOne thing you may or may not know about us is that we are both ASU fanatics. Between the black and gold nail polish, football purses, vintage ASU purses, earrings, clothes, and anything else that has Appalachian on it, are two alumnae who know how to show their spirit!

The highlight of our week was attending App State’s Football 101 program Wednesday night. The food was great, the company was entertaining and loud, and the wine was even better (wink wink). I’m guessing around 100 women decked out in their best black and gold attire swarmed the Yosef Club, and we were both extremely excited to be there. Read more »

Saying Goodbye To Our Intern

July 27th, 2009 Tanna Baumgardner No comments

vbr-intern-jonLast Thursday was our intern’s last day. Jon has been with us for just over a year, and in that time, we grew to depend on him greatly. He was a joy to work with, a bit on the quiet side, but at times would say the most unexpected hilarious thing that would leave your belly aching and your face hurting from smiling so much.

You’ll notice in the picture that Jon is holding a bunch of bananas. Yes, that’s right, bananas. Jon is a healthy eater, so much so in fact that he would sometimes eat 3 to 4 bananas a day while he was in the office. Read more »

Blue Ridge Luxury Cabin Retreat Giveaway

May 15th, 2009 Diana Baker No comments

20090514-250x138The Blue Ridge Luxury Cabin Retreat Giveaway is now up and running! Virtual Blue Ridge’s newest giveaway includes lodging at a luxury log cabin and a unique horseback riding adventure. If you’re in need of a relaxing retreat to the Blue Ridge Mountains don’t miss your chance to win this incredible vacation package!

The total prize package is valued at over $900 and includes: Read more »