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John Oney Named President and CEO of Destination Dayton

John Oney has been named president and CEO of Destination Dayton, effective December 15. He will succeed Jacquelyn Powell, who will retire after 30 years with the destination marketing organization. “The board is thrilled to welcome John and confident in his leadership as we move into an exciting new chapter for our organization,” said Destination […]

Posted On : December 1, 2025 By : Jason Gewirtz

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Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge Reports Large Economic Impact From 2025 Event

Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge has announced the 2025 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships in Roanoke, Virginia, generated $2.6 million in direct visitor spending. Over 1,200 athletes from 44 states raced at Carvins Cove, Elmwood Park and Explore Park from July 14–20, 2025, attracting approximately 15,000 spectators. With over 2,300 event registrations, many athletes […]

Posted On : October 2, 2025 By : Justin Shaw

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Visit Franklin County and Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge to Host Major League Fishing

The sixth annual Major League Fishing all-star event will take place at Smith Mountain Lake in Franklin County, Virginia, from May 17–22. Hosted by Visit Franklin County and Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge, the tournament will showcase 30 pros who qualified from the 2024 Bass Pro Tour season competing for a prize of $100,000 to the […]

Posted On : May 14, 2025 By : Justin Shaw

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Salem to Host USA Pickleball-Sanctioned Tournament

Salem, Virginia, will be hosting the region’s first USA Pickleball-sanctioned tournament in September at the Moyer Sports Complex’s 13 new pickleball courts, which are currently being constructed in Salem. “Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge is looking forward to welcoming players, officials, and spectators to our region. Hosting a tournament of this scale gives us an opportunity […]

Posted On : April 3, 2024 By : Justin Shaw