A proposed wind farm in Botetourt County, while still quite large, continues to get smaller. Apex Clean Energy said Wednesday that it plans to build 14 turbines, each one 612 feet tall, along a ridgeline on North Mountain. When the county board of supervisors approved a revised plan for the project in May 2020, it allowed a maximum of 22 turbines at a height of up to 680 feet.
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What’s News Today: Addressing road concerns, mall improvements
What’s News Today: Addressing road concerns, mall improvements
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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The Botetourt County Board of Supervisors could approve the budget for the school system today. The $65 million spending plan is an increase of $6.3 million. It give raises to staff, adds nine positions and funds the virtual academy.
Work is expected to get underway today at River Ridge Mall on the net phase of redevelopment. The project will be a restaurant and entertainment hub, with traditional retail and personal services options as well. Work is expected to be complete this fall with a green space for community events expected to be finished next year.