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Teen’s miraculous recovery after sleigh riding accident causes brain bleeds
Read full article: Teen’s miraculous recovery after sleigh riding accident causes brain bleedsFor over a week, the Hodge family has been living in anguish, facing every parent’s worst fear—not knowing if their child will survive the night. On January 11th, Ashton Hodge and his friends went to the Jefferson Forrest National Park to enjoy the fresh snow where Ashton hit a jump and crashed.
Former Virginia Tech professor sentenced to 60 months for child pornography
Read full article: Former Virginia Tech professor sentenced to 60 months for child pornographyA former professor of communications at Virginia Tech has been sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for possessing child pornography, according to the Department of Justice.
Winter weather brings preparations for possible power outages
Read full article: Winter weather brings preparations for possible power outagesIce is expected across the region, and that means the potential for power outages, but if you do have a power outage, it’s important you have the right items with you at home to stay warm and safe.
Public Works Teams in Blacksburg Preparing for Possible Wintry Mix
Read full article: Public Works Teams in Blacksburg Preparing for Possible Wintry MixAs winter weather looms, nearby communities are preparing for the possibility of a wintry mix in the coming days. With road safety a top priority, local public works departments are taking action to ensure streets remain clear.
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. 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 the Virginia Tech Police Department 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 HouseA Virginia Tech alumnus donated his mother’s unique collection of personal memento’s 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 — that’s 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.
Blacksburg’s Rescue Squad addresses rising medical supply and equipment prices with revenue recovery program
Read full article: Blacksburg’s 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.
Let’s Talk Election: 10 News sits down with Virginia Tech students for their perspective on the election.
Read full article: Let’s 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 October 11th while he was outside his home playing football near the road.
Words that Heal: Mackenzie Rose’s Poetic Journey After a Brutal Attack
Read full article: Words that Heal: Mackenzie Rose’s Poetic Journey After a Brutal AttackMackenzie Rose, a survivor of a violent attack by her fiancé, 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 Tech’s 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 in Blacksburg 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 be 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 Tech’s program prepares undergraduates for medical school success
Read full article: Virginia Tech’s 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 Tech’s campus to talk to people about their thoughts on the current tipping culture.
Blacksburg High School’s Unified Night Celebrates Inclusion and School Spirit
Read full article: Blacksburg High School’s 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.