News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Five Slices, Infinite Fun: Try Y’s Pi Returns!
The YMCA at Virginia Tech invites community members of all ages to celebrate Pi Day at the 5th “Try Y’s Pi” event, a delicious and […]
Searching for Cures
February 28 is recognized as Rare Disease Day. Accordingly, numerous advocacy groups gather in DC to lobby lawmakers about rare disease research, treatments and potential […]
Art Happens Here: NRV Edition
The YMCA at Virginia Tech proudly announces Exploring Art in the NRV, a community wide exhibition celebrating the extraordinary creativity, diversity, and artistic vibrancy of the […]
Governor Recognizes Black History Month Centennial
Governor Abigail Spanberger today issued a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as the 100th anniversary of Black History Month to honor and celebrate the heritage, contributions, and accomplishments […]
Bobbert named new Director of Innovation
The Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance is pleased to welcome Chip Bobbert, new Director of Innovation, to the team. The Director of Innovation is a new […]
Making America healthy again starts with rural communities
U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, penned a new op-ed that details major health […]
Delegate Franklin’s Rideshare Bill Passes
Delegate Lily Franklin (HD-41) announced today that her legislation expanding requirements for rideshare driver background checks passed both the House and Senate with unanimous support […]
Sinking Creek Bridge to be Closed Temporarily
Weather permitting, starting Monday, March 2 at 8 a.m. the bridge over Sinking Creek on Route 772 (Sinking Creek Road) in Giles County will be […]
HHS Grants to Virginia Tech Totaling $844,824
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two grants totaling $844,824. The funding supports biological […]
Wind Advisory 2/23
WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING… * WHAT…Northwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. […]
Arrest made following parking lot altercation
At approximately 5:33 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, Christiansburg Police were dispatched to 1600 N. Franklin St. for reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, […]
Colonel John Walter Ripley
With the United States preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary, American communities are bound to reflect on the inspiring legacy of our country’s founding. While […]