Radford, VA – The City of Radford recently announced plans for a new $5 million TripStop travel center at Interstate 81 Exit 105. The development is expected to create 25 to 40 local jobs, expand the city’s tax base, and further strengthen one of Radford’s key gateways.
The approximately 5,000-square-foot facility will offer gasoline and diesel fueling, convenience retail, dedicated truck parking, driver showers, electric vehicle charging stations, and two hot-food restaurant concepts. Designed to serve both Radford residents and interstate travelers, Radford City’s Economic Development Authority envisions that the project will not only enhance services along the I-81 corridor but also help build momentum for additional economic activity in the City.
TripStop, a family-owned and operated convenience store and travel center company headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, currently operates more than 30 locations across Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Company officials have expressed interest in future development opportunities in Radford, signaling a long-term commitment to the community.
The Exit 105 travel center is expected to be fully operational by 2028.
Read the full press release here.
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