News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
$5+ Million in ARC Grants
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that he is recommending 13 projects for funding by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), totaling $5.356 million in grants. ARC […]
Tracy A. Trump Nominated for City Treasurer
On May 31, 2025, the Radford City Republican Committee unanimously nominated Tracy A. Trump as their candidate for City Treasurer during a duly called meeting. […]
6/28: Music on the Lawn
The Old Pros Big Band Orchestra of New River Community College (NRCC), will present a free public concert, “Music on the Lawn,” at the Christiansburg […]
Summer Solstice Fest Road Closures: June 21
The following road closures will be in place beginning at 8am Saturday, June 21 for the annual Summer Solstice Fest in downtown Blacksburg. Main Street […]
Claytor Reservoir Levels Being Lowered
With the National Weather Service forecasting heavy rainfall over the next few days that could impact flows on the New River, Appalachian Power plans to […]
Flood Watch Until 10 PM
FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING… WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. WHERE…Portions of North Carolina, including […]
Settlement Reached on Purdue/Sackler Lawsuit
Attorney General Jason Miyares today announced that 55 attorneys general, representing all eligible states and U.S. territories, agreed to sign on to a $7.4 billion […]
Grants Awarded for Dam Safety
The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation today announced the awardees of the Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, a grant program designed […]
Salem VA Health Care Quarterly Town Hall Meeting
The Salem VA Health Care System will host its Quarterly Town Hall Meeting for Veterans on Friday, June 20 at 2:00 p.m. in the Building […]
May General Fund Revenues Continue to Exceed Forecast
Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that general fund revenues are up 5.9 percent ($1,572.2 million) year-over-year through the first 11 months of Fiscal Year 2025 […]
NRVRC Regional Award Nominations Open
Help us recognize the people who make an impact in the New River Valley! We need you to nominate worthy candidates for this year’s awards program. The Commission is accepting nominations […]
Flood Watch Again Today!
FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM NOON EDT TODAY THROUGH THIS EVENING… WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. WHERE…Portions of North Carolina, including the following […]