News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
Wins: Part 2
In a July newsletter, I discussed some wins in recent legislation. Since that newsletter, I secured another legislative win which, if passed by the Senate, […]
HHS Grants to Virginia Tech for Research
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, multiple grants for research. The awards include: $567,977 […]
8/20: ABWA Monthly Luncheon
Join us for our monthly luncheon where the 2025-2026 Officers for the ABWA NRV Express Chapter will be installed. VP of Programming Louise Baker will […]
8/9: Rhythm by the Rails Festival
The Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley announces the return of its popular Rhythm by the Rails Festival, taking place Saturday, August 9, […]
8/9: Mount Tabor Ruritan Fish Fry
Mount Tabor Ruritan Club will hold its August Fish Fry on Saturday, August 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser’s Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1543 […]
8/16-17: Jet Ski Racing at Claytor Lake
The American Jet Sport Association prepares to rumble the New River Valley with the familiar sound of jet skis for the third consecutive year on […]
August 9: Commonwealth Day of Play
Governor Glenn Youngkin has declared August 9th, 2025, as Commonwealth Day of Play, a statewide celebration designed to connect children, families, and communities through joyful, […]
Catwba Man Arrested for soliciting minors
A Catawba, Virginia man was arrested yesterday for his attempted coercion and enticement of a minor. Jacob Ryan Barnett, 34, was arrested yesterday in North Carolina […]
2025 Candidate Forums
The NAACP Montgomery Co-Radford City-Floyd Co Branch (NAACP MRF) and the League of Women Voters – Montgomery County (LWV-MC) are hosting the 2025 Candidate Forums […]
NRCC offers new paramedic program
Starting this fall, New River Community College will begin offering a new paramedic program. The new associate degree prepares students for rewarding careers in emergency […]
Governor’s Plan to Complete Broadband Access
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia has published a proposal to complete the Commonwealth’s goal of providing high-speed internet connection to all homes, businesses, […]
Free Program Helps NRV Adults Achieve GED
If you or someone you know is interested in preparing for the GED, Literacy NRV has a free and flexible program to assist adults with […]