News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
3/21-22: George Washington Train Show
The Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society (C&OHS) announces its annual George Washington Train Show, a two-day fundraising event taking place March 21–22, 2026, in Clifton Forge, Virginia. The […]
Railway historian to share photos
Railroad historian Ken Miller of Salem will share his photos at The Radford Photo Club March 19 meeting, at 6 p.m. at the Radford Public […]
3/27 & 28: Night at the Theater
ONLINE FUNDRAISING AUCTION while you wait for Christiansburg High School Music Program’s annual NIGHT AT THE THEATER! The auction has a wide variety of goods […]
Health Care Affordability
One agenda item for Republicans in 2026 is to make life more affordable. We recognize that high prices on everything from groceries to gas make […]
Huckleberry Trail Closure Update
Due to wet ground conditions, the previously scheduled closure of a portion of the Huckleberry Trail from the trail roundabout at Route 460 to Hightop […]
Watch Out for Refreeze
WATCH OUT FOR REFREEZE tonight into tomorrow morning. Use caution, drive slower and give yourself extra time to get to your destination. Remember: bridges and […]
4/14: Civil War Roundtable
The Veteran Reserve Corps: How the Union’s Barely Remembered “Invalid Corps” Became the Most Significant Civil War Force You’ve Never Heard Of In early 1863, […]
3/21: Spring Children’s Consignment Sale
The YMCA at Virginia Tech is pleased to announce its Children’s Consignment Spring Sale, returning on Saturday, March 21, at The Y Center, located at […]
Exploring Art in the NRV
The YMCA at Virginia Tech proudly announces Exploring Art in the NRV, a community‑wide exhibition celebrating the vibrant network of galleries, studios, creative businesses, and […]
Snow/Sleet Making Roads Treacherous
MODERATE TO HEAVY SNOW MAY CONTINUE FOR ONE TO TWO MORE HOURS. Localized heavy snow has led to accumulating snow of 1 to 2 inches […]
3/21-22: NRVHBA Home Expo
The New River Valley Home Builders Association’s (NRVHBA) annual Home Expo, presented by Ewing Construction & Cabinetry, returns March 21-22 at the Christiansburg Rec Center, […]
Spring in 1776 Celebration at Smithfield
Opening Day Event Launches Commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary Historic Smithfield will open its 2026 season with a special Opening Day celebration on Saturday, April […]