News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Why the long wait?
One of the most common questions about the Declaration of Independence is, “If we celebrate Independence Day on July 4, why wasn’t the Declaration signed […]
More localities included for drought relief funds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is designating more localities in Virginia’s Ninth District as primary natural disaster areas due to recent drought. As part […]
Grants awarded for dam safety and flood protection
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation today announced the awardees of the Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, a grant program to […]
Virginia Steel to Expand in Bland County
Governor Abigail Spanberger announced today that Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc. will invest $3.6 million to expand its operational capabilities in Bland County and create […]
9/18: The Darkside Experience in concert
The Darkside Experience, a tribute band to Pink Floyd, will perform Friday, September 18 at 8 p.m. at New River Community College in Dublin. Tickets […]
Weekly traffic alert: July 31 – August 7, 2026
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 […]
8/19: Ice Cream Social and Bingo
Beat the heat and join Blacksburg Parks and Recreation for a fun afternoon of ice cream and Bingo on Wednesday, August 19 from 1-2:30pm at […]
Governor Joins National Night Out Event
Governor Spanberger yesterday joined Virginians at events in Harrisonburg and Augusta County to celebrate National Night Out and thank law enforcement officers and first responders […]
Missing Man Found Safe
UPDATE: BRANDON has been located and is SAFE!!! The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 37-year-old Brandon Joel Walls. […]
This week’s weather outlook
Unsettled weather will persist through the rest of this week with daily chances for showers and thunderstorms. Heavy downpours from stronger storms and storms tracking […]
Civil War Round Table to get National Honors
A Roanoke historical education group is being honored by a national organization for the local group’s remarkable post-COVID comeback story. The Roanoke Civil War Round […]
8/8: Rhythm by the Rails Festival
Annual festival brings live music, art, food, and community entertainment to downtown Pulaski The Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley will present its […]
