News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Passing of Former Chief of Police William “Bill” Brown
It is with a heavy heart that Blacksburg Police Department acknowledges the passing of retired Chief of Police William “Bill” H. Brown. After serving his
Comcast/Xfinity Launch Sports & News TV
Comcast today announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet customers that brings together live news, top sporting
Applications Available for Governor’s Fellows Program
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Governor’s Fellows Program. The Governor’s Fellows Program is a prestigious opportunity
StepStone Wrapped in Love Drive
With cold temperatures arriving and winter in full swing, StepStone Family & Youth Services of Virginia is hosting its annual “Wrapped in Love” winter blanket
17th Annual Supplies for Homebound Seniors
Volunteer Montgomery and community members joined together to bag the 17th Annual Supplies for Homebound Seniors project. This program provides another support system for seniors
Update on Request for Variance
On Jan. 13, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality approved the Radford Army Ammunition Plant’s request for variance to recycle used acid from other sources
Rural Resurgence in the NRV
Virginia’s New River Valley, a region once considered a quiet corner of rural Virginia, is now emerging as a powerhouse of economic growth and prosperity.
2/11: Music of the Civil War
Music moved the Civil War soldier. And not just in the sense of the drums and bugles calling the men to battle. Music was an
Unwelcome Delivery: The Hike in Electric Bills
Electric rates in the Southwest Virginia region have gone up considerably. I have long warned the policies of the Left, including Barack Obama, Nancy Pelosi
35 Preservation Projects Awarded Grants
Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that 35 preservation projects from across the Commonwealth have been awarded grant funding through the Virginia 250 Preservation Fund. Last
Plan travel to avoid winter weather
Winter weather is expected to move into western Virginia on Sunday, Jan. 19. Snow, rain or a wintry mix of precipitation are possible, so drivers
Partnership for Progress Survey
Partnership for Progress, a collaborative initiative addressing shared challenges and opportunities in the New River Valley is inviting community members to provide input through an