News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Articulation Agreement between NRCC and GMU
New River Community College (NRCC) signed an articulation agreement with George Mason University (GMU) earlier this week at NRCC’s Christiansburg location, creating a new 2+2 […]
Zipline Among Best of the Blue Ridge
Floyd County businesses were among the “Best of the Blue Ridge” honorees when Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine announced the winners of its 16th annual awards […]
YMCA Boutique: Making Magic Happen
The YMCA at Virginia Tech, in partnership with the Blacksburg Junior Women’s Club and the members of Chi Delta Alpha, Virginia Tech’s first service sorority, […]
GRVTY Invests $8 Million to Expand Northern Virginia Operations
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that GRVTY — a Virginia-based defense technology company with nearly 1,000 employees — plans to invest $8 million to expand the firm’s […]
Claytor Lake: Campground Birch renovations
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Claytor Lake State Park is excited to announce the completion of major renovations to Campground Birch, […]
3/21: Shelby Means at Floyd Country Store
Born in the bluegrass of Kentucky and raised on Wyoming’s high plains, Shelby Means is one of the foremost bassists in bluegrass, with nearly two […]
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
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00Pulaski County Motorsports Park has announced the 2026 racing schedule at the legendary track. The […]
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
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00The Floyd Center for the Arts is pleased to announce a new series of solo […]
2026 Black History Month Program
Listen to this article:Your browser does not support the audio element.0:000:00 In celebration of Black History Month, New River Community College (NRCC) and the college’s […]
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 […]