Radford University is monitoring the developing weather situation related to Hurricane Florence, which may impact our area later this week. Earlier this afternoon, University officials met with City of Radford officials to discuss the weather forecast, storm preparations and response efforts. In order to provide guidance and information to the campus community, a website has […]
The City of Radford Emergency Management Team has begun to prepare for what may be Virginia’s most significant hurricane event in decades. With Virginia under a state of emergency, and forecasts showing Florence zeroing in on the Mid-Atlantic, the time for all in Radford to prepare is now. Hurricane Florence has the potential to significantly […]
On September 7, 2018 at approximately 1:10 a.m. Radford City Police responded to the 1100 block of Fairfax Street for a report of subjects fighting. Upon arrival, officers found Armani Smith and Jaylin Nowlin at the scene. Both were suffering from facial injuries and were transported to Carilion New River Valley Medical Center where they […]
A series of severe thunderstorms passed through Radford last night, dropping around 3 inches of rain in under an hour. The storm caused minor damage to some power lines, tree limbs, and two roads. Road repairs will occur today on Wadsworth and Fairfax Street. Please report any storm damage to the respective department. Public Works: […]
The City of Radford takes its first step in developing a strategic plan for the city’s business districts following the recent announcement of the community’s acceptance into the Virginia Main Street Program as a Commercial District Affiliate. The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, through the Virginia Main Street program, is helping Radford to […]
A juried outdoor sculpture competition, sponsored by the City of Radford’s Tourism Commission, is accepting entries through October 1, 2018. The competition is open to all media and includes a $1,000 honorarium to each selected artist. Three to five entries will be accepted for display throughout the city’s business districts as well as at the […]
Virginia Main Street, a program of the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), recently announced that the City of Radford has been accepted into the successful downtown revitalization program as a DHCD Commercial District Affiliate. Virginia Main Street uses the National Main Street model for downtown revitalization, which is a comprehensive, incremental approach […]
The Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery is pleased to announce its newest gallery show, “It’s Never Too Late,” featuring the works from Harriet Anderson’s watercolor class. The opening reception will take place Friday, August 17, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The show includes the works of Peggy Amonette, Harriet Anderson, Marie Archer, Sandy Beasley, Bonnie […]
Louisiana State University’s National Center for Biomedical Research and Training/Academy of Counter-Terrorist Education, or LSU-NCBRT/ACE, is currently conducting an “Active Threat Integrated Response Course,” or ATIRC, at Radford University. Radford City and Radford University are cosponsoring the course, which begin on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 and runs through Thursday, August 9, 2018. LSU-NCBRT/ACE develops and […]
For the second half of the season, the Radford Farmer’s Market will be relocating to the New River Valley Community Services parking lot located at: 401 W. Main St. Radford, VA 24141 (walking distance from Wadsworth, a prime transit stop location and more parking provided) Aug 4 – Oct 13 8 am to 1 pm […]
Tours of the historic Ingles farm, a 1700s dress sword, exhibits at museums throughout the New River Valley and an outdoor drama are just a few of the sites and items visitors can see as the New River Valley celebrates Mary Draper Ingles Remembrance Day. Visitors will get a glimpse of late 1700s rural life […]
City of Radford, Va July 4th “Spirit of America” Celebration will be held in beautiful Bisset Park on Wednesday July 4, 2018. There will be lots of Food and Craft Vendors, Music, Kid’s Activities and the best Fireworks around. Also, the Radford Police Department will have a K-9 Exhibition. Shuttle Buses will run 1:30pm-10:30pm We […]
The Radford City Police Department has charged Casie Grevelle Pruitt, age 38 of Radford, with one count of General Reckless Driving and one count of Felony Hit and Run with Injuries. She is currently being held in The Montgomery County Jail with no bond on unrelated charges. No additional information will be released at this […]
Join West End Wednesdays for the second of four West End Wednesdays, Radford’s free, family and pet friendly Summer Concert Series! Enjoy vendors and live music by local band the J-Stout Trio, which is musician Jared Stout’s trio and Hethwood Market will be serving up their BBQ, burgers and more! Jared Stout is a musician […]
Three people were injured in a flash fire at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant on Monday night. At about 7:30 p.m., nitrocellulose material in the drying process combusted and caused a flash fire, according to RAAP spokesman Charles Saks. Fire crews were able to extinguish the fire by 8:11 p.m. All production has been suspended […]
Follow The Heavenly Road Youth Workshop Friday, June 8, 2018 8:00 p.m. Sleepover – Games – Movie Saturday, June 9, 2018 Breakfast- Motivational Speakers – Prize Sunday, June 10, 2018 3:00 p.m. – Follow The Heavenly Road- Youth Dancers for Christ (Casual Dress) First Baptist Church 555 West Rock Road Radford, VA 24141 Rev. C. […]
The Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery is pleased to announce its newest gallery show, featuring the plein air paintings of 12 local artists who were inspired by the story of Mary Draper Ingles. There will be an opening reception on Tuesday, June 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. During April and May, artists Kirk Carter, […]
First Baptist Church VACATION Bible School will be held June 6-7, 2018 @ 6:00 pm -8:00 pm and there will be a Picnic –June 8– Bisset Park- 4:00- 8:00 pm. His divine power has given us everything required for life and godliness through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and […]
Tri-Community Spring Revival will be held May 21st-23rd at 7 p.m. nightly. Come and worship with us! May 21st- Pastor C. Coles Casey & First Baptist Choir May 22nd- Pastor Eric T. Ramey & Zion Hill Choir May 23rd- Rev. Teri Lewis & First Missionary Choir Zion Hill Baptist Church 780 Rock Road W Radford, […]
A juried exhibition that showcases the best art in Southwest Virginia, sponsored by Radford University and the City of Radford, is accepting entries through May 24, 2018. The competition is open to all media and includes cash and merchandise awards, including a top award of $500 for Best in Show. The entries that are chosen […]
Glencoe Mansion, Museum and Gallery is pleased to announce that the family of Governor John N. Dalton will be at the museum Tuesday, May 29, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Governor Dalton’s entry into office. The event “Sampling Our Favorite Recipes”: Memories and Recipes with the Daltons, is a commemoration of Governor Dalton’s legacy […]
