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May 8, 2020

Alpha Chi Omega Makes Chapter History

Blacksburg

In the 2019-2020 school year, Alpha Chi Omega has demonstrated tremendous growth prompting them to be awarded Virginia Tech’s Sorority of the Year. “I am so proud of Alpha Chi Omega for receiving this humbling award,” said Katie Bokulic, chapter…

April 27, 2020

Planning from the peak: A message from President Tim Sands

Blacksburg

To the Virginia Tech community, I hope that you and your family, friends, and colleagues are safe and healthy. For those who have lost loved ones, who are battling COVID-19, or who have been serving for us on the front…

April 26, 2020

Solstice Festival Canceled

Blacksburg

Out of an abundance of caution, Downtown Blacksburg Inc.’s (DBI) summer event, Summer Solstice Festival, is canceled. This event was originally scheduled for Saturday, June 20 in downtown Blacksburg. DBI board of directors, staff and volunteers did not make this…

April 19, 2020

Local company producing respirators

Area News, Blacksburg

Virginia Tech Alumni, Eric Couch (Undergraduate 2001 & Masters 2003 Mechanical Engineering) and Michael Couch (Undergraduate 2009 & Masters 2010 Mechanical Engineering) are working in their small family business to help with the N95 PPE shortage. They have developed DECON95,…

April 12, 2020

Local dance studio offers Virtual Class

Area News, Blacksburg

Businesses all over the community are having to adapt due to the circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. True to their creative nature, directors at Dance.tech in Blacksburg have used their ingenuity to develop a way to provide their students with…

March 30, 2020

Mount Tabor Ruritan Cancellations & Changes

Blacksburg

Due to the current virus situation, we have cancelled our April 11th biscuits and gravy breakfast, and also our May 9th and June 11th fish fries. We are also extending by a month the closing date for graduating seniors living…

March 27, 2020

Our First Positive Case in Blacksburg

Blacksburg

A message from Blacksburg Mayor Leslie Hager-Smith: The Virginia Department of Health New River District announced today that an off campus Virginia Tech student in his 20’s has tested positive for COVID-19. The student, who is believed to have contracted…

March 23, 2020

COVID 19: Message from the Town of Blacksburg

Blacksburg

Use common sense. Stick to your social family. Stay at Home. The Town of Blacksburg is closely following the mandates and daily updates of the Governor. At this time, residents need to be extra vigilant, take recommended precautions, and remain…

March 20, 2020

Parks and Rec on COVID-19

Blacksburg

As concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continue to grip our nation, the Town of Blacksburg realizes that many people will take to the outdoors to help reduce stress and anxiety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has…

March 20, 2020

3/24: Blacksburg Town Council Meeting

Blacksburg

Blacksburg Town Council will meet in the Roger E. Hedgepeth Chambers at 300 S. Main Street for a regular meeting on Tuesday, March 24th at 7:30pm. In compliance with the Public Health Emergency Order issued by Governor Ralph Northam addressing…

March 18, 2020

Blacksburg Amnesty Program for Hospitality Businesses

Blacksburg

As we navigate the ever changing toil the Coronavirus is taking on our country and our communities, the Town of Blacksburg would like to do our part to lessen the burden on our hospitality businesses. Therefore, we are offering an…

March 14, 2020

Area Rec Centers and Aquatic Centers closed

Area News, Blacksburg, Christiansburg

Out of an abundance of caution for public health, Montgomery County and the towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg are continuing to urge residents to educate themselves regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and follow best practices when it comes to preventing the illness…

March 13, 2020

Kipp’s Gym Activities Cancelled

Blacksburg

Kipp’s Elementary Gym: Blacksburg Parks and Recreation is suspending all after school activities, sports, and rentals at Kipp’s gym through March 31. Activities taking place after March 31 will be evaluated in the coming weeks. For additional information call Blacksburg…

March 13, 2020

Blacksburg Senior Trips Cancelled

Blacksburg

Due to the uncertainties of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and for the safety and well-being of our senior community Blacksburg Parks and Recreation is cancelling all senior trips through March 31. Participants who have signed up already can apply the registration…

March 13, 2020

From Blacksburg Farmers Market

Blacksburg

We are currently planning on being OPEN this Saturday. We are suspending “Samples” at the Market for the foreseeable future. We are also asking our farmers to pre-package produce and will be making hand sanitizing stations available at each vendor…

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