News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Master Gardener Training Class
The New River Valley Master Gardener Program is seeking applicants for the 2023 Master Gardener Training class. The classes will be held on Tuesday and […]
12/8: 2022 Citizens’ HolidayFest
Citizens Telephone Coop presents their Citizens’ HolidayFest on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Enjoy music, hot cocoa, cider, s’mores, and more under the lights! Take your […]
Seasons of Light Planetarium Show
Radford University Planetarium presents a free Planetarium Show titled “Season of Light” with showtimes through Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Season of Light Schedule: • Monday, […]
12/2-1/1: Winter Lights Carnival
The Motor Mile Speedway presents their inaugural Winter Lights Carnival every Thursday through Sunday starting on Friday, December 2, 2022 and continuing through Sunday, January […]
12/5: Rich Creek Christmas Parade
The Town of Rich Creek in Giles County, Virginia presents the 2022 Rich Creek Christmas Parade on Monday, December 5, 2022. The parade route will […]
Return to the Basics
Unfortunately, our legislative process in Congress is broken and I submit it must be changed by going back to the basics. With the 117th Congress […]
NRCC receives funds for STEM students
New River Community College recently received a Micron Opportunity Fund gift through the efforts of the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education. The Micron Opportunity […]
Increase in Pedestrian Fatalities Reported
A startling increase in the number of pedestrian fatalities are being reported in the Roanoke region, according to preliminary statistics from the Virginia Department of […]
I-81 Construction to Impact Travel
Lane closures on southbound Interstate 81 at two locations are expected to create significant delays for drivers during the week starting Dec. 5. The work is […]
12/10: Santa & The Figgy Pudding Band
Join us at the Floyd Country Store on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 4:00 pm for stories and sing-a-long with Santa and The Figgy Pudding […]
12/3: FIRST Tech Challenge Christiansburg
It’s that time again- the exciting family event that celebrates kids, Science, and Technology! We’d love to see you there Saturday. WHAT: FIRST Tech Challenge Christiansburg VA […]
Rt 460 traffic pattern changes
Drivers on Route 460 in Giles County between Narrows and Rich Creek can expect a traffic pattern change starting next week. Weather permitting, beginning Monday, […]