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Virginia Tech aims to remove barriers for sexual assault survivors
Read full article: Virginia Tech aims to remove barriers for sexual assault survivorsVirginia Tech leaders have partnered with the Carilion New River Medical Center to support victims of sexual assault and violence at the university.Ā Their newest initiative is simple, if someone is a victim of sexual assault or violence and needs to get to a hospital for follow up appointments, they can request a ride from theĀ Virginia Tech Police DepartmentĀ or schedule a Lyft free of charge.
Nikki Giovanni, poet and well-known Virginia Tech Professor, dies at 81
Read full article: Nikki Giovanni, poet and well-known Virginia Tech Professor, dies at 81Nikki Giovanni, the acclaimed poet, Virginia Tech Professor and Black Arts movement Icon passed away at the age of 81 on Monday, she passed away peacefully with her lifelong partner, Virginia Fowler by her side.
Virginia Tech displays unique perspective of previous First Families in White House
Read full article: Virginia Tech displays unique perspective of previous First Families in White HouseAĀ Virginia Tech alumnus donated his motherās unique collection of personal mementoās from her time as a nurse for the first families at the White House.
'Touchdowns for Turkeys': Hokies Turn Football Wins into Meals for Families in Need
Read full article: 'Touchdowns for Turkeys': Hokies Turn Football Wins into Meals for Families in NeedScoring for a Thanksgiving meal ā thatās exactly what Virginia Tech Football and Kroger Mid-Atlantic are doing with their 6th annual Touchdowns for Turkeys campaign. The collaboration is helping to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing hundreds of Thanksgiving meals to families in need.
Blacksburgās Rescue Squad addresses rising medical supply and equipment prices with revenue recovery program
Read full article: Blacksburgās Rescue Squad addresses rising medical supply and equipment prices with revenue recovery programOver the past few years, EMS and medical supply costs have grown astronomically, but the Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad has come up with a way to recover some of that money.
Virginia Tech and Roanoke Cement Company partner on study to capture carbon underground
Read full article: Virginia Tech and Roanoke Cement Company partner on study to capture carbon undergroundThe goal is to try and store 1.7 million metric tons of carbon dioxide each year for the next three decades, the equivalent taking more than 360,000 passenger cars off the road annually
Fundraiser honors Serenity Hawley on anniversary of her death
Read full article: Fundraiser honors Serenity Hawley on anniversary of her deathOn the anniversary of Serenity Hawley's death, Your Pie Pizza in Blacksburg is hosting a fundraiser to support the Women's Resource Center of the New River Valley.
Letās Talk Election: 10 News sits down with Virginia Tech students for their perspective on the election.
Read full article: Letās Talk Election: 10 News sits down with Virginia Tech students for their perspective on the election.Election day is just days away and as the countdown continues, 10 News has been working to get a feel for the political climate.
Young people could play significant role in upcoming election
Read full article: Young people could play significant role in upcoming electionThousands of first time voters are getting ready for Tuesday, and to learn about their role in the election, we met with political expert Dr. Karen Hult to talk about how young people are approaching election day.
Kyron Drones accounts for 3 TDs to help Va. Tech beat Georgia Tech 21-6
Read full article: Kyron Drones accounts for 3 TDs to help Va. Tech beat Georgia Tech 21-6Kyron Drones threw a touchdown pass, rushed for a score, and caught a touchdown pass to lead Virginia Tech to a 21-6 victory over Georgia Tech on Saturday.
5-year-old recovering after being hit by car in Blacksburg
Read full article: 5-year-old recovering after being hit by car in Blacksburg5-year-old Jackie Rose is back home recovering from serious injuries after he was hit by a car. It happened Friday OctoberĀ 11thĀ while he was outside his home playing football near the road.
Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseās Poetic Journey After a Brutal Attack
Read full article: Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseās Poetic Journey After a Brutal AttackMackenzie Rose, a survivor of a violent attack by her fiancĆ©, channels her trauma into art and poetry, sharing her journey of healing and resilience to inspire and support other survivors.
3D models from Virginia Tech Unmanned Systems Lab offer insights into post-flood terrain changes
Read full article: 3D models from Virginia Tech Unmanned Systems Lab offer insights into post-flood terrain changesVirginia Techās Unmanned Systems Laboratory is helping recovery crews understand the impacts of Helene on our region.
Veterinary students help prevent shelter euthanasia
Read full article: Veterinary students help prevent shelter euthanasiaWhen Virginia-Maryland Veterinary students inĀ BlacksburgĀ heard the Pulaski County animal shelter was full, there was a call to action and students came to the shelter to foster the dogs that were set to beĀ euthanized.
Experts weigh in after fake AI generated Hurricane Helene images go viral, leading to misinformation
Read full article: Experts weigh in after fake AI generated Hurricane Helene images go viral, leading to misinformationMany social media users have been spreading images that depict the aftermath of Helene, but unbeknownst to many some images have been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
Neighbors helping neighbors: Local organizations unite to provide aid to hurricane victims
Read full article: Neighbors helping neighbors: Local organizations unite to provide aid to hurricane victimsSeveral organizations are stepping up to help people in need from Helene including several groups in our backyard.
Virginia Techās program prepares undergraduates for medical school success
Read full article: Virginia Techās program prepares undergraduates for medical school successVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is helping undergraduates who know they want to go to medical school have a competitive edge.
Local brewery aids community during Montgomery County boil advisory
Read full article: Local brewery aids community during Montgomery County boil advisoryPeople in Montgomery County are on a boil notice that could last through the weekend, but one local company is making sure folks who need water have it.
Apartment fire in Blacksburg caused major damage to numerous apartments Tuesday, according to BFD
Read full article: Apartment fire in Blacksburg caused major damage to numerous apartments Tuesday, according to BFDA structure fire caused major damage to apartments and caused two residents to receive medical treatment for minor burns and smoke inhalation Tuesday, according to the Blacksburg Police Department.
Should tipping be necessary? Opinions vary widely
Read full article: Should tipping be necessary? Opinions vary widelyRecently, both presidential candidates have shown support for taking away the tax on tips. With this possibility, I went on Virginia Techās campus to talk to people about their thoughts on the current tipping culture.
Blacksburg High Schoolās Unified Night Celebrates Inclusion and School Spirit
Read full article: Blacksburg High Schoolās Unified Night Celebrates Inclusion and School SpiritBlacksburg High School recently held its first-ever Unified Night during a varsity volleyball game, highlighting the success of its Unified PE class, which fosters inclusion for students of all abilities.
āRoostā and Rise: Virginia Tech Students Overcoming Addictionā
Read full article: āRoostā and Rise: Virginia Tech Students Overcoming AddictionāVirginia Tech's 'The Roost' provides a supportive dorm environment for students recovering from addiction, offering mentorship, meetings, and a community of peers with shared experiences.
USDA and local rural organizations meet for rural development meeting
Read full article: USDA and local rural organizations meet for rural development meetingIn rural areas, having access to everything can be difficult for folks, but thatās why the USDA held a meeting to give an update on what they are doing to help folks out in our region.
Virginia Tech Board of Supervisors visits Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine ahead of vote on expansion
Read full article: Virginia Tech Board of Supervisors visits Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine ahead of vote on expansionThe animal hospital on Virginia Techās campus is training future veterinarians while helping animals in the region, and thatās why leaders want to see this hospital expand to continue do just that on a bigger scale.
Virginia Tech partners with Metallica for new merchandise
Read full article: Virginia Tech partners with Metallica for new merchandiseStart jumping, Hokie Nation! Virginia Tech has announced a collaboration with Metallica, unveiling a new collection of co-branded T-shirts and hats just in time for the football season.
Blacksburg Police believe suspect is no longer in the Lantern Ridge Apartment Complex area
Read full article: Blacksburg Police believe suspect is no longer in the Lantern Ridge Apartment Complex areaThere is a heavy police presence in Lantern Ridge Apartments according to the Blacksburg Police Department.