News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
School Zone Speed Safety Enforcement Begins September 9
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, the School Zone Speed Safety Program will transition from the 30-day warning period to full enforcement. Vehicles recorded traveling at […]
War Drones
Technological innovation in warfare fuels American strength. The American Civil War introduced numerous innovations in warfare, including tethered gas balloons for aerial reconnaissance as well […]
VDOT traffic update for 9/4-11
The following is a list of forecasted highway projects that may impact traffic traveling in the 12-county Salem Transportation District this week. Work schedules and […]
$249,000 HHS Grant to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $249,000. The funding supports research […]
10/25: Heroes: The Lost & Found
Join us as we pay tribute to our friends and heroes of bluegrass music, The Lost & Found. As we all mourn the passing of […]
Affordable Homeownership Opportunities in Blacksburg
Stroubles Ridge and Airport Road developments expand long-term affordable home purchase options for local income-qualified buyers. Two new housing developments are expanding affordable homeownership opportunities […]
Cline tours apple orchard damaged by freeze
STRASBURG—Branches that are usually laden with Gala apples stood nearly bare at Glaize Orchard Aug. 20, illustrating the scale of spring freeze losses growers are […]
$750,993 HHS Grant to Virginia Tech
he U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $750,993. The funding supports research […]
$588,671 HHS Grant to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $588,671. The funding supports research […]
Labor Day Closures
Blacksburg: Labor Day is Monday, September 7 and is observed as a town holiday. The following operating schedules will be in place on September 7. […]
Weather Outlook for 9/3
Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening, mostly towards central Virginia. These storms may have damaging wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rainfall. Hot […]
10/8: Pulaski Fire Department Parade
It’s about to be our favorite time of year! 🚒🧑🚒Fire Prevention week is October 4-10th! 🔥🗓 Reach out to Fire Marshal, Michael Bruce at mbruce@pulaskitown.org […]
