News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
HHS Grants Worth $1.656 Million to Virginia Tech
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, multiple grants. Details of funded projects include $377,650 […]
5/17: Cruisin’ for Free Camp
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Join us for a Cruisin’ for Free Camp event you won’t want to miss! 🗓 […]
New legislation signed by Governor
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Governor Abigail Spanberger signed bipartisan legislation to grow Virginia’s economy, create new jobs for Virginians, […]
Junior Sisk in concert at NRCC April 17
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 Bluegrass musician Junior Sisk will perform Friday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. at New […]
MISSING ENDANGERED ADULT
The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 39-year-old Andrew Mark Billings, who was last seen on March 29, 2026, […]
April 1776 – Our History Matters
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 General Washington won his first victory, and it felt like a miracle. After he […]
Governor’s Bill to Address School Safety
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger signed bipartisan legislation to keep Virginia students safe at […]
Increased Scholarship Awards at NRCC
The New River Community College Educational Foundation has announced an increase in its scholarship award amount for the 2026–2027 academic year, raising the award from […]
Defending the Second Amendment
In 2026 during the recently concluded Virginia General Assembly session, Democrats sent to the Governor 26 anti-gun bills to curb our Second Amendment rights. Court […]
Blacksburg Spring Cleanup begins April 6
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Spring and Fall Cleanups are curbside collections for debris and brush. These services are provided to […]
DMV Shares Tips for Sharing the Road Safely
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the Commonwealth’s Highway Safety Office, is launching a powerful new highway safety campaign aimed at increasing […]
Dollywood Co. President to Speak at RU Commencement
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00RADFORD – A global leader in the attractions and hospitality industry will return to his […]