News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
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
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00A little after midnight on February 27, 1776, about 800 Loyalist men wearing their Scottish […]
Inaugural Pulaski MTN-X Gravel Bike Race
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment today announced the first annual Pulaski MTN-X, a premier gravel […]
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
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 Thursday, April 9, 2026 – Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced that he will […]
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
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of a one year-old from […]
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 […]
Bipartisan Bills to Strengthen Schools
Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation to strengthen schools, make sure students are set up for long-term success, and keep kids safe and healthy both in […]
Public Feedback Wanted on Transportation Projects
The Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) will host nine meetings across Virginia and is inviting the public to share feedback on transportation projects that have been […]
Shred-A-Thon – April 11
The Shred-A-Thon even schedule for Saturday, April 11 from 9am-12pm at the Blacksburg Community Center parking lot. This free event is a great opportunity to […]
Arbor Day Celebration: April 11
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 Join Blacksburg Parks and Recreation as a volunteer on Saturday, April 11 from 9 […]