News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Scholarships & Incentives for Nursing Students
Governor Spanberger today announced that the Virginia Nursing Workforce Center (VNWC) has awarded nearly $1.3 million in scholarships and incentives to nearly 350 prospective students […]
10/13: Empty Bowls, Full Hearts
The YMCA at Virginia Tech invites community members to gather for the 4th Annual Y Empty Bowls Event on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 5:30 […]
10/10: NRCC Concert Series
The music of Blue Connection and New Ballard’s Branch Bogtrotters will be featured during New River Community College’s Concert Series event on Saturday, October 10, […]
$615K Grants through Virginia Main Street
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced $615,000 in grant awards to support 22 community revitalization projects across Virginia downtowns through the Virginia Department of Housing and […]
10/25: A Celebration of the Lost & Found
Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 7PM — Featuring All-Star House Band: Sammy Shelor, Jesse Smathers, Jonathan Dillon & Bailey Moore with Special Guests: Roger Handy, […]
Governor Announces School Accountability Results
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the 2026 School Performance and Support Framework (SPSF) results, providing school leaders, educators, families and caregivers, and policymakers with a […]
Statewide Summit on Emergency Preparedness
Governor Abigail Spanberger today hosted 1,000 law enforcement, public safety, and community leaders from across Virginia in Richmond for a first-of-its-kind statewide summit on developing […]
DOT Loan to Support I-81 Improvements
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced an $89.7 million loan for the Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board. This loan will support capacity and safety improvement […]
VA awards $114K in grants for adaptive sports programs
The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $114,455 in grants to two community-based organizations in Virginia that provide adaptive sports programs. This funding is part of […]
10/14: Radford Photo Club Meeting
Photos of Costa Rican birds to be featured at meeting The next meeting of the Radford Photo Club will be Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the […]
Radford Police Investigating Overnight Gunfire
On October 6, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers with the Radford Police Department responded to the Heather Glen Drive area following multiple reports of […]
October at Christiansburg Aquatic Center
New Fall Programs at the Aquatic Center tailor-made for family fun. CAC Kid and Teen Takeover $35 Ages 6-14 Friday, October 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Parents, […]