News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026-2029
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the release of Virginia’s Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026–2029, a comprehensive roadmap designed to guide tourism growth, sharpen the […]
Empty Bowls Event to Fight Hunger
The Floyd Empty Bowls event returns for a 15th year with handcrafted bowls and community support, all benefiting efforts to address childhood hunger. Presented by […]
Clear the Floor and Donate More!
In celebration of Earth Day, the YMCA at Virginia Tech invites the community to take part in its annual Clear the Floor and Donate More […]
AFSP National Volunteer Appreciation Week
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention wishes to thank our volunteers who advocate in our communities, promote awareness, provide education, and support the mission to […]
Proposed Amendments to Protect Workers & Support Employers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to valuable worker protection legislation — including collective bargaining for public employees, paid sick leave, and paid family and […]
Governor Proposes Amendments to Keep Virginians Safe
Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to strengthen commonsense gun safety laws, clarify how Virginia will continue to cooperate with federal law enforcement, and legalize […]
Vetoes Focused on Public Safety & Protecting Consumers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today vetoed legislation that would threaten Virginians’ personal property, require Virginians to pay a new fee on all mattress purchases, and make […]
4/25: Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop
Seats are filling up quickly for Montgomery Museum’s Mini Barn Quilt Painting Workshop on Saturday, April 25 from 1 – 3:30pm! Quilters and painters Sharon […]
Police Respond to Domestic Dispute
On Sunday, April 12 at approximately 7:39 p.m., Christiansburg Police received a dispatch call to the 300 block of Miller St. SE for a domestic […]
Route 8 Pipe Replacement
On Monday, April 13, an overnight pipe replacement will be performed on Route 8 (Riner Road) at the intersection with Route 673 (Camp Carysbrook Road) […]
Governor Vetoes Bill to Legalize Skill Games
Governor Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation that would legalize skill gaming. Amid the expansion of gaming over the last decade, Governor Spanberger reiterated that Virginia continues […]
Impacts of Illegal Immigration
The reversal of Biden-Harris open border policies after January 20, 2025, helps protect American lives. Coming into office, Trump had to confront the impacts of […]