News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
New Virginia State Conservation Area at Buffalo Mountain
Governor Spanberger today announced the creation of a new Virginia State Conservation Area at Buffalo Mountain through the acquisition of 2,211 acres in Floyd and […]
She was a Sculptor of Wax Figures
She was born in 1725 in Oyster Bay, New York. Her name was Patience Lovell, and she would become one of the most unusual and […]
Virginia’s AAA Bond Rating
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the affirmation of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s AAA/Aaa/AAA bond ratings by Fitch Ratings, Moody’s Ratings, and S&P […]
Dr. Richard Linton Appointed as President of Virginia Tech
Governor Abigail Spanberger today released the following statement congratulating Dr. Richard Linton on his appointment as the 17th President of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State […]
46 Local Tourism Programs Receive Grants
RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that $205,300 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 46 tourism marketing programs through the Microbusiness […]
NRV Artist Wins Ribbons at Virginia State Fair
Frances Miller earns top honors for Appalachian Lake, an acrylic painting inspired by the beauty of the Appalachian landscape October 2026 — Christiansburg artist Frances […]
10/15: Great Shakeout Earthquake Drill
VIRGINIA, ARE YOU READY TO SHAKE OUT? ⏰ On Thursday, October 15, at 10:15 a.m., Virginians are encouraged to participate in the 2026 Great ShakeOut […]
10/23: Family Night at Radford Health
Fall is here, and so is Family Night at Radford Health & Rehab Center! Join us for an evening of food, fellowship, and fun. 🎸 […]
10/24: Clayton Homes Halloween Bash
Come spend Saturday, October 24th, with us for a SPOOKTACULAR day of family fun! 🏡🎃 We’ll have snacks, a bounce house, candy, a VISA gift […]
10/24: Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat is coming! 🎃 Join NRV Habitat for Humanity for our annual trunk or treat! Bring the kids in their favorite costumes and […]
10/24: Jack-o-lantern Spectacular
This event is FREE to the public — come celebrate Halloween with us in the most spook-tacular way! 🎉 Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🧙♀️ […]
Freeze potential this weekend
After a frontal passage on Friday, gusty winds and much colder air will follow for Friday night into Saturday. Once the winds subside by Saturday […]