News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
The British Attack Long Island
In the summer of 1776, America had declared its independence, but independence was far from secure. The British were determined to crush the rebellion, and […]
Freedom First Awards for Affordable Housing Efforts
Freedom First has awarded $40,000 to three organizations advancing affordable housing efforts in the region. Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County, Lynchburg Covenant Fellowship, and […]
Weather Outlook 8/18
The flash flooding threat for later this week is increasing. A stalled frontal boundary will sit along the East Coast, keeping unsettled weather in place […]
Executive Order to Improve Emergency Preparedness
Governor Abigail Spanberger today issued Executive Order 19 initiating a comprehensive modernization of Virginia’s emergency preparedness systems and establishing a Unified Readiness Framework as the […]
Grants to Support Local Food & Farming
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the award of 14 Governor’s Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development (AFID) Fund Infrastructure Grants to support projects that will establish […]
9/19: Global Flavors, Local Connection
The YMCA at Virginia Tech invites community members to experience an unforgettable evening of culture, cuisine, music, and connection at Global Flavors, Local Connection, a special […]
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for 8/17
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 590 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1000 PM EDT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE BLAND, CARROLL, FLOYD, FRANKLIN, GILES, GRAYSON, […]
Sunflower Festival Dates for 2026
Buchanan, Va – Have you ever wondered what the largest sunflower festival and vendor show on the East Coast looks like? Now is your chance to […]
Weather Outlook for 8/17
One more day of active weather is expected today, before a brief reprieve through midweek. Afternoon storms will once again be capable of producing damaging […]
9/17: Career & Resource Fair
Join us for a Career & Resource Fair on September 17th outside the Christiansburg Library! With 33 vendors in attendance, this event is a great […]
Weekly traffic alert for 8/14-21
The following is a list of forecasted highway projects that may impact traffic traveling in the 12-county Salem Transportation District this week. Work schedules and […]
8/23: Meet Joy Powers at Democrats Picnic
Pulaski Democrats will hold their annual picnic on Sunday, August 23, at 4:30 p.m. at the Dublin High School Alumni Memorial shelter at Randolph Park. […]