News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Fearmongering Over the Supreme Court
A leaked draft opinion has turned attention to the Supreme Court’s upcoming ruling in the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. Based on the […]
5/11: Appalachian Space Train
Come out to hear Appalachian Space Train at West End Wednesdays, Glencoe Museum in Radford. WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2022 AT 5:30 PM – 8 PM […]
5/7: NRV Diecast Show
Donnie Cook Annual Memorial Show. In memory of Donnie Cook annual diecast show. Everyone come out and enjoy the day and the hobby just like […]
5/20: Mint Juleps, Murder, & Mayhem
Join us at Beliveau Farm Winery on Friday May 20, 2022 from 6:00-9:00 PM for a Kentucky Derby Themed Murder Mystery! This is an interactive […]
Governor Signs HB 553
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin ceremonially signed HB 553 in conjunction with the Governor’s Grocery Roundtable, sponsored by Deputy Majority Leader Israel O’Quinn, R-Washington, which directs […]
Earth Day Tree Planting at Glencoe Mansion
Some 15 representatives from local communities gathered recently on Earth Day to plant trees purchased with monies from a clean water and reforestation grant project […]
Christiansburg Receives Grant for Concerts
The Town of Christiansburg Parks and Recreation received a $1,250 grant for its Rockin’ Main Street Concert Series. The Town will partner with local groups […]
BT Announces Summer Bus Driver Hiring Program
Blacksburg Transit announced its summer bus driver hiring program today. The bus driver hiring program features a $2,000 hiring/training bonus along with a $13.56 per […]
Governor’s Statement on Supreme Court “Leak”
Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement on reports of draft Supreme Court opinion: “I am in utter disbelief that the sacred confidentiality of […]
Tech Student’s Battle with Cancer
Virginia Tech student, Shane Burke’s story on battling cancer and how he kept a positive attitude and sought support from those around him. Shane Burke […]
Faces of Blacksburg for Affordable Housing
As a Blacksburg resident, all one needs to do is look at the signs of the spring housing market and scroll through real estate listings […]
Oversight of the Executive Branch
A primary responsibility of Congress is oversight of the executive branch. For any administration, but especially the Biden Administration, that means a lot of questions […]