News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Severe storms possible today
Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening across the entire region. The greatest threat from any severe storms will be damaging winds, with the […]
Excessive rainfall possible today
Slow-moving storms capable of localized rainfall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour, may pass across the same locations, resulting in flash flooding. Flash […]
Librarian of Congress
The U.S. Constitution outlines three branches of government. Article I concerns the functions and duties of the Legislative Branch. The Constitution provides for Congress to […]
2026 Henry Reed Memorial Celebration
The 2026 Henry Reed Memorial Celebration will be held at Larry’s Landing Campground in Narrows, VA on June 11-13. This honors the life and music […]
NRVHBA Coloring Contest
The New River Valley Home Builders Association (NRVHBA) is inviting young artists across the region to participate in the Touch-A-Truck NRV Coloring Contest, a fun and free activity […]
Ringana coming to Roanoke
Governor Abigail Spanberger announced that RINGANA — an Austrian life sciences company known for skincare and nutritional products — will invest $85 million over the […]
6/19-20: Patchwork Quilters Jamboree
The Patchwork Quilters of Bluefield are excited to announce our 14th Annual Quilt Jamboree, taking place on Friday, June 19 (10 AM – 5 PM) […]
Farm & Forest Prosperity Plan
Governor Abigail Spanberger yesterday signed a series of bipartisan bills to support Virginia’s agriculture and forestry industries — including flagship legislation creating the Commonwealth’s first-ever […]
Artrepreneurship Program
On May 29, eight artists from the New River Valley completed an eight-week training program in Entrepreneurship–a unique opportunity in Southwest Virginia. The Artrepreneurship Program […]
National Honors for Civil War Round Table
A Roanoke Civil War group has been honored by a national organization for the local group’s remarkable post-COVID comeback story. The Roanoke Civil War Round […]
Abigail Adams – A Founding Mother
When most people think about the American Revolution, they think of famous men such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams. However, one of […]
Potential weather threats
Damaging winds and hail from thunderstorms, flooding from locally heavy rain, and excessive heat will be possible for portions of the area the remainder of […]