News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Biden’s First 100 Days: An Oversight Update
One of Congress’ primary duties is oversight of the executive branch. President Biden recently marked his first 100 days in office. This column will highlight
UPDATE: Abducted child located safe
Giles County Sheriff’s Office reports: Noah Trout has been found safe. He is now in the hands of FBI Agents and VSP Tactical Team members.
Blacksburg Aquatic Center Update
Effective May 3, shower facilities will open at the Blacksburg Aquatic Center following the guidelines below. Some showers will remain closed to ensure a minimum
Radford Police Department Community Survey
The Radford City Police Department partnered with a Radford University Criminal Justice class to create a community survey. Residents are invited to participate in the
Cannon Firings: May 1 and May 3
Saturday, May 1: Skipper, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets cannon, will be fired from Drillfield three times on Saturday, May 1, during a Change
Free Parking in Downtown Blacksburg this Summer
The Town of Blacksburg is offering free downtown parking from May 17 – August 15, in coordination with the end of Virginia Tech’s graduation week,
Christiansburg Police unveil new cruiser
Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect. Through this collaboration, we can
NRCC students partner with retired astronaut
When New River Community College instructor Jeff Levy was considering what project to have students in his engineering design technology program work on this year,
Religious Accommodation for Republican State Convention
On Sunday, April 25th, the Republican Party of Virginia (RPV) State Central Committee (SCC), the governing body of the state party organization, unanimously adopted a
NRCC announces virtual art exhibition
New River Community College is now accepting artwork submissions from all ages for a virtual exhibit that will be displayed online July 26 -October 31,
5/6: League of Women Voters Anniversary
The League of Women Voters of Montgomery County will celebrate its 50th anniversary at its annual meeting on Thursday, May 6, 5 p.m. Even this
Congressman Griffith’s Weekly Newsletter
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J) one-shot COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use on February 27.