Fire parade, public safety day planned for Wytheville

A public safety day event is set for Saturday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hosted by the Virginia State Police, first responders from around the county will show off equipment and vehicles and provide demonstrations.

The family fun kicks off with the Apple Cider Fall Festival, running from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wytheville Farmers Market.

A cruise in on Spring Street and the Wythe County Courthouse parking lot will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wytheville Community College will host the public safety day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The evening wraps up with the annual Wytheville Fire Parade down Main Street at 7 p.m.