News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Motorcycle accident kills Radford man
On Tuesday, May 17 around 1 p.m. the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office along with Pulaski County Public Safety and Virginia State Police responded to Hazel
Forty-seven graduate from nursing program
Forty-seven students in the 2022 associate degree nursing (ADN) class at New River Community College received their NRCC nursing pins and associate degrees at a
Alternative Hiring Process for the Disabled
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia state government has implemented an alternative hiring process for individuals with disabilities, serving as a model for inclusive
5/28: Randolph Park Pool Opens
Randolph Park Pool will open to the public on Saturday, May 28 at 10:00AM. The pool facility will return to the operating hours of Monday
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
15th Annual Ride of Silence
Join cyclists worldwide on May 18, 2022 in a silent, slow-paced ride in honor of vulnerable road users who have been hurt or killed while
Baby Formula Shortage: The Latest Biden Crisis
Supply chain disruptions in recent months have led to shortages of many products we once typically purchased with ease. The present widespread shortage of baby
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.
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
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
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
5/20-21: Leaf Giveaway for your garden
The Christiansburg Public Works Department will be giving away leaves on Friday, May 20, from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday, May 21, from 8