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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 Octoberย 11thย while he was outside his home playing football near the road.
Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseโs Poetic Journey After a Brutal Attack
Read full article: Words that Heal: Mackenzie Roseโs Poetic Journey After a Brutal AttackMackenzie Rose, a survivor of a violent attack by her fiancรฉ, 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 Techโs 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 inย Blacksburgย 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 beย 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 Techโs program prepares undergraduates for medical school success
Read full article: Virginia Techโs 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 Techโs campus to talk to people about their thoughts on the current tipping culture.
Blacksburg High Schoolโs Unified Night Celebrates Inclusion and School Spirit
Read full article: Blacksburg High Schoolโs 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.
โRoostโ and Rise: Virginia Tech Students Overcoming Addictionโ
Read full article: โRoostโ and Rise: Virginia Tech Students Overcoming AddictionโVirginia 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 thatโs 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 Techโs campus is training future veterinarians while helping animals in the region, and thatโs 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.
Virginia Tech, Roanoke Valley SPCA team up to boost adoptions
Read full article: Virginia Tech, Roanoke Valley SPCA team up to boost adoptionsThe new partnership between Virginia Tech and the Roanoke Valley SPCA aims to improve animalsโ adoption success while giving students the opportunity to gain hands-on learning experience.
Why the Vice Presidential nominees matter in 2024
Read full article: Why the Vice Presidential nominees matter in 2024A Virginia Tech political expert tell us for many elections, the Vice President is not a major factor to swing voters, but with the recent events, she said people are now paying closer attention.
Blacksburg Town Council considering zoning amendment to allow for smaller residential lots
Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council considering zoning amendment to allow for smaller residential lotsLeaders in Blacksburg are looking to change their zoning rules to allow for residential buildings to be built on smaller plots of land.
New owners promise seamless experience at Blacksburg Bed and Breakfast
Read full article: New owners promise seamless experience at Blacksburg Bed and BreakfastA locally-owned bed-and-breakfast in Blacksburg is under new leadership and ownership after an overbookings controversy during Virginia Techโs graduation week.
National Weather Service confirms EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax County Wednesday night
Read full article: National Weather Service confirms EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax County Wednesday nightMeteorologists from the NWS in Blacksburg have concluded that an EF-1 tornado occurred in Halifax Co. Wednesday night.
Coal clean up: Reclaiming abandoned mines in the New River Valley
Read full article: Coal clean up: Reclaiming abandoned mines in the New River ValleyEfforts are ramping up to document and fix abandoned coal mines in our region after a big increase in funding over the past couple of years from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Pig transplant research yields a surprise: Bacon safe for some people allergic to red meat
Read full article: Pig transplant research yields a surprise: Bacon safe for some people allergic to red meatSome people develop a weird allergy to red meat after being bitten by a lone star tick yet find they can still eat pork from a surprising source - certain pigs originally bred for human organ transplants.
Historic Smithfield Plantation prepares for 250th anniversary
Read full article: Historic Smithfield Plantation prepares for 250th anniversaryThe plantation predates the Revolutionary War, officials with the plantation said to celebrate the 250 years, they are hosting an event Jul. 26 through the 28th on the plantation.
Renovations in Downtown Blacksburg start in August
Read full article: Renovations in Downtown Blacksburg start in AugustFolks in Blacksburg are seeing renovations all throughout downtown this summer, and one area in downtown was converted into a pedestrian area a few years ago, and officials said they plan to make it easier for businesses there by improving current conditions.
Political science expert weighs in on SCOTUS ruling
Read full article: Political science expert weighs in on SCOTUS rulingThe Supreme Courtโs split decision on the obstruction of justice charge against a Jan. 6 rioter has raised questions about the convictions of others charged under that statute, according to political science expert Karen Hult.
Virginia Tech Helmet Lab to expand research
Read full article: Virginia Tech Helmet Lab to expand research25 percent of all construction site deaths are a result of serious head injuries according to the Job Site Safety Institute, and that is why the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab is stepping into the world of non-athletic helmet studies.
Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center releases rescued orphaned ducks at Virginia Techโs Duck Pond
Read full article: Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center releases rescued orphaned ducks at Virginia Techโs Duck PondA waddle back to the wild โ thatโs what happened as seven orphaned ducks returned to their natural habitat Wednesday.