NRCC Celebrates Graduates at Two Ceremonies
New River Community College celebrated its 52rd annual commencement on Friday, May 13, 2022. Dr. Pat Huber, NRCC President, conferred approximately 300 degrees, diplomas and … Read the rest
Area News
Community Auditions for “Our Town”
The Virginia Tech/Town of Blacksburg Summer Arts Festival Presents “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder. “Our Town” depicts daily life in a small town, Grover’s Corners. … Read the rest
Focus on farmer stress
During National Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Virginia Farm Bureau Federation and other agricultural organizations are reminding farmers, farmworkers and rural residents that resources … Read the rest
Tribute to Law Enforcement
As we recognize National Law Enforcement Week and Peace Officer’s Memorial Day, I commend and give a heartfelt thank you to the brave men and … Read the rest
NRV Communities awarded HUD Grants
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded a total of $1,494,810 in funding to the Towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg and … Read the rest
Grants to Support Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Workforce Development
RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $1,261,859 in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for eight projects focused … Read the rest
5/20: Mint Juleps, Murder, & Mayhem
Join us at Beliveau Farm Winery on Friday May 20, 2022 from 6:00-9:00 PM for a Kentucky Derby Themed Murder Mystery! This is an interactive … Read the rest
Governor’s Statement on Supreme Court “Leak”
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement on reports of draft Supreme Court opinion:
“I am in utter disbelief that the sacred confidentiality of … Read the rest
Governor Signs Virginia Literacy Act
Governor Glenn Youngkin ceremonially signed the bipartisan Virginia Literacy Act, sponsored by Delegate Carrie Coyner, R-Hopewell, and Senate President pro tempore, Senator Louise Lucas, D-Portsmouth, … Read the rest
It’s National Small Business Week!
National Small Business Week is celebrated during the first week of May every year. The aim of this week is to honor the entrepreneurs, who … Read the rest
4/30: National Drug Take-Back Day
BLACKSBURG: Lewis Gale Montgomery Hospital, 10am – 3pm
- This program is anonymous and all efforts will be made to protect the anonymity of individuals disposing
Governor Invites Virginians to Historic Garden
Governor Glenn Youngkin today cordially invited Virginians for a walk-through of the Executive Mansion during Historic Garden Week. The Executive Mansion and its historic Charles … Read the rest