News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
$750,993 HHS Grant to Virginia Tech
he U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $750,993. The funding supports research […]
$588,671 HHS Grant to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a grant for $588,671. The funding supports research […]
Labor Day Closures
Blacksburg: Labor Day is Monday, September 7 and is observed as a town holiday. The following operating schedules will be in place on September 7. […]
Weather Outlook for 9/3
Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening, mostly towards central Virginia. These storms may have damaging wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rainfall. Hot […]
10/8: Pulaski Fire Department Parade
It’s about to be our favorite time of year! 🚒🧑‍🚒Fire Prevention week is October 4-10th! 🔥🗓 Reach out to Fire Marshal, Michael Bruce at mbruce@pulaskitown.org […]
9/12-13: Rich Creek Autumnfest & More
Make plans to be in Rich Creek September 12th & 13th!! We have a lot of great things to do
10/31: Halloween Murder Mystery at JH Bards
Join Jump into Mystery on Saturday 10/31/26 at 2pm for a Halloween whodunnit at JH Bards Spirit Co. This will be an interactive murder mystery […]
The Cherokee War of 1776
When Americans think about the Revolutionary War, they often picture the great battles fought between George Washington’s army and the British. But in 1776, another […]
House Passage of Hemp Ban Delay
The U.S. House of Representatives voted favorably on Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500 – the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act. The legislation averts a September 30 government […]
Blacksburg Launches New Branding
The Town of Blacksburg announced today a refreshed visual brand system, updating its identity and recognition in our community. In March of this year, the […]
9/19: Blues, Brews, & BBQ
The Blacksburg Museum & Cultural Foundation will host its Annual Blues, Brews, & BBQ event on Saturday, September 19, at the St. Luke & Odd […]
9/12: Mt. Tabor Ruritan Fish Fry
Mount Tabor Ruritan Club will hold its September Fish Fry on Saturday, September 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser’s Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1543 […]