News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Governor signs bills to protect workers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today celebrated new laws to protect workers during health and family emergencies, strengthen protections for working Virginians, and invest in Virginia’s workforce. […]
Momnibus Bill Signed
Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed a package of bipartisan legislation — commonly known as the Momnibus — to improve and expand healthcare coverage for Virginia […]
4/25: Daniel Adam Maltz in Concert
This Saturday, the Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley and Pulaski Theatre will welcome fortepianist Daniel Adam Maltz from Vienna, Austria to Pulaski, […]
Statement on Redistricting Referendum Outcome
Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement on the outcome of Virginia’s redistricting referendum. “Virginia voters have spoken, and tonight they approved a temporary […]
Exhibits at Floyd Center for the Arts
The Floyd Center for the Arts is pleased to announce four new exhibitions on view from April 25 through July 4, 2026, featuring a curated […]
Park Like a VIP All Year
The YMCA at Virginia Tech is inviting students and community supporters to enter its annual Parking Raffle, featuring an exclusive VIP parking space conveniently located […]
Increased Fire Danger
INCREASED FIRE DANGER THROUGH THIS EVENING FOR SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA… The combination of low relative humidity values in the 20 to 30 percent range, dry fuels, […]
Freeze Warning in Effect Overnight
FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT TUESDAY… * WHAT…Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 possible. * WHERE…Portions of northwest North […]
Wind Advisory until 4 pm
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON… WHAT…Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up […]
5/9: Master Gardener Plant Sale
Mark your calendars for the New River Valley Master Gardener 2026 plant sale! It is right around the corner! Join us on Saturday, May 9th […]
5/17: Summer Concert
Join us for our Summer Concert on Sunday May 17th at 3pm at the Blacksburg High School Auditorium! As always, admission is free (donations kindly […]
Our History Matters: Phillis Wheatley
On Being Brought from Africa to America ‘Twas mercy brought me from my Pagan land, Taught my benighted soul to understand That there’s a God, […]