News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
YMCA at Virginia Tech Expands Digital Skilling
The YMCA at Virginia Tech has announced the launch/expansion of its digital skilling and inclusion programs in Blacksburg, VA, strengthening access to technology and future-ready […]
Pulaski County Motorsports Park 2026 Racing Schedule
Pulaski County Motorsports Park has announced the 2026 racing schedule at the legendary track. The track will host the inaugural IHRA Stock Car Series event […]
Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Grants
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the award of 12 Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) grants — totaling more than $4.9 million — for Virginia farms, […]
New Local/Regional Exhibitions
The Floyd Center for the Arts is pleased to announce a new series of solo exhibitions on view from February 21 through April 4, 2026, […]
2026 Black History Month Program
In celebration of Black History Month, New River Community College (NRCC) and the college’s Black History Committee will sponsor a guest speaker and other entertainment […]
Minimum Wage to Increase
Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement after both the Virginia Senate and House of Delegates passed legislation that would incrementally increase the state […]
Grants for Communities to Restore Brownfield Sites
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that eight Virginia localities received $1.59 million in Site Remediation Grants from the Virginia Brownfields Restoration and Economic Redevelopment Assistance […]
2/16: Presidents’ Day
Blacksburg: Town Offices Town administrative offices will be closed. Blacksburg Transit* Operating on Full Service in Blacksburg. BT offices will be closed. Visit https://ridebt.org for […]
Burn Ban until 4 PM in Effect
The 4 Pm Burning Law is in effect February 15 to April 30, restricting open air burning until after 4:00 p.m. Always check with local […]
Literacy NRV Seeks Donations
Donations for new addition will create an accessible space for adult learners On Tuesday, February 10, Literacy NRV announced a new drive to create a […]
White House Champion of Coal Event
The White House hosted a select group of lawmakers, coal industry advocates and coal miners for a “Champion of Beautiful Clean Coal” event. U.S. Congressman […]