News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
New public safety laws enacted
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation into law to support law enforcement and first responders, keep Virginians safe online and in their communities, and protect kids, […]
4/11: Sassafras Bluegrass Band
The music of Sassafras Bluegrass Band will be featured during New River Community College’s Concert Series event on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Music will begin […]
New Bills Address Housing, Healthcare, & Utility Costs
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation to address the high cost of housing, healthcare, and utilities across the Commonwealth. The Governor signed bills into law to […]
New bills address invasive plants
Governor Abigail Spanberger this week signed four bills advancing invasive plant management across Virginia, marking a significant step toward protecting the Commonwealth’s lands, waters and […]
Governor Spanberger Signs Employment Bills
Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed into law legislation to incrementally increase the state minimum wage to $15 per hour, secure stronger wages for Virginians who […]
The Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge
A little after midnight on February 27, 1776, about 800 Loyalist men wearing their Scottish Tartans came through the swampy woods clutching their weapons. The […]
Inaugural Pulaski MTN-X Gravel Bike Race
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment today announced the first annual Pulaski MTN-X, a premier gravel cycling event set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Pulaski […]
Governor Vetoes Proposed Fairfax County Casino
Governor Abigail Spanberger today vetoed legislation that would require the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to call a referendum vote on a casino in Tysons […]
Griffith Statement on VT President Sands Stepping Down
Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced that he will step down from his position as president in the coming months. […]
Griffith Statement on U.S.-Iran Ceasefire
According to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, the United States of America has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the Islamic Republic of Iran. The […]
Homicide Investigation
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of a one year-old from Georgia. On Monday evening, April 6, shortly after 4:00pm, Montgomery […]
Upcoming April BMCF Events
The Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation welcomes the community to experience the following events that are free and open to the public. Contact (540) 443-1601 […]