ROANOKE, Va. – An unexpected December snowfall transformed Wasena’s hillsides into bustling sledding spots Thursday, while local outdoor retailers saw a surge in winter gear sales as parents rushed to outfit growing children.
The early winter weather caught many families off guard, forcing them to confront outgrown snow gear.
“Everyone is wearing last year’s gear and it’s a little tight and a little bit drafty, so we will definitely be hitting up the stores this weekend,” said Laury Ward, a local parent…