News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Potential for Frost This Weekend
Clearing skies and light winds will lead to temperatures dropping into the lower 30s Saturday night. Frost appears likely across much of the mountains. Be […]
Drought impacting spring planting
More than a few passing showers are needed to fully quench agricultural lands parched from persistent drought statewide. Drought conditions are considered “severe” across Virginia, […]
Sweeping spring freezes impact fruit
WINCHESTER—With crop damage ranging from disruption to devastation, fruit growers across Virginia have felt the strain of an exceptionally frigid spring. Statewide growers navigated a […]
Supporting Parental Rights
As the father of three children, I understand the role the parent plays in supporting their child’s growth in education, athletics and health. I believe […]
$983,749 in HHS Grants to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants that total $983,749. The breakdown for […]
Funding Capital for Small Businesses
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced $2.48 million in strategic investments through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF), supporting six transformative projects that will expand […]
Huckleberry Trail Closure: May 5 and 6
The portion of the Huckleberry Trail that runs from Fire Station #2 on Prices Fork Road to Linwood Lane will be closed from Tuesday, May 5, through […]
Wilkinson Named Chief Transformation Officer
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the appointment of David Wilkinson to serve in her cabinet as Virginia’s Chief Transformation Officer. “From my first day in […]
Workforce Transparency Act Proposed
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) and Ted Budd (R-NC) introduced the Workforce Transparency Act, legislation that establishes a federal framework to collect timely data […]
Dunkin Grand Opening in Fairlawn
Dunkin’® Celebrates Grand Opening of Fairlawn Location with Two Days of Offers, Including Free Donuts for a Year and 100 Days of Free Coffee Coastal […]
NWS Blacksburg: Official Drought
The latest Drought Monitor has been released today. It shows our entire coverage area is in D2 (severe drought) or D3 (extreme drought). It is […]
The Battle of Lexington
Last week, we left Paul Revere and William Dawes standing in Lexington, Massachusetts, watching the British Redcoats march toward the town. Dr. Samuel Prescott had […]