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Weather Authority Alert Day issued through July 30

LESLIE HAGER-SMITH


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Concerns rise over housing market after Virginia Tech project cancellation

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On Tuesday, the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors voted to cancel the Student Life Village project, which was intended to provide housing for more than 5,000 students.

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Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech

The development will be located on North Main Street, just outside of Virginia Techโ€™s campus, along Kabrich Street and Winston Avenue.

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Blacksburg officials look to change zoning to help housing issue

Read full article: Blacksburg officials look to change zoning to help housing issue

There is a proposal on the table to create a framework for smaller residential plots within town limits.

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Virginia Tech sees record applicants, concerning town of Blacksburg

Read full article: Virginia Tech sees record applicants, concerning town of Blacksburg

Virginia Tech received a record 55,000 applicants for the class of 2028.

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Blacksburg officials considering school zone speeding cameras

Read full article: Blacksburg officials considering school zone speeding cameras

The Blacksburg Town Council and police are in the early stages of curbing chronic speeders in school zones throughout the town.

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Blacksburg leaders considering โ€˜greenโ€™ burials

Read full article: Blacksburg leaders considering โ€˜greenโ€™ burials

Blacksburg leaders are considering allowing 'green' burials in town.

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Blacksburg Town Council to consider second Midtown hotel proposal

Read full article: Blacksburg Town Council to consider second Midtown hotel proposal

Blacksburg Town Council is considering a proposal from a developer to build a second hotel at the Midtown site.

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Blacksburg leaders unanimously approve gun ban on town-owned property

Read full article: Blacksburg leaders unanimously approve gun ban on town-owned property

BLACKSBURG, Va. โ€“ Blacksburg Town Council unanimously approved a gun ban on town-owned property, including town hall, public parks, and rec centers Tuesday night. Cole Harden of Blacksburg was one of a few who spoke against the ban. Although they added the โ€œsuper majorityโ€ of emails received against the ban were from those out of town. โ€œI just wanted to express my appreciation for the courage of our Blacksburg Town Council for taking this on after so long,โ€ Gillespie said. It was also prepared for any possible confrontation, with about a dozen police officers, including Blacksburg Police Chief Anthony Wilson, standing by in chambers and in the hallway.

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Virtual Blacksburg tree lighting spreads cheer despite rain

Read full article: Virtual Blacksburg tree lighting spreads cheer despite rain

BLACKSBURG, Va. โ€“ Itโ€™s officially the holiday season in Blacksburg. 10 News was live Friday evening for the virtual tree lighting ceremony joined by Blacksburg mayor and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus. They also pulled the plug on the parade that would have taken place because of the rain. [Blacksburg holiday parade canceled this year due to inclement weather]This tree lighting represents the joy of the season during a year when people need some cheer. โ€œWe all need something comfortable, something familiar, something stable to attach to and this is that,โ€ said Hager-Smith.

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Virginia Tech president to host town hall on coronavirus response

Read full article: Virginia Tech president to host town hall on coronavirus response

BLACKSBURG, Va. Virginia Techs president, Tim Sands, is set to have a town hall talking about the community-wide response to coronavirus. The event is set to start at 11 a.m. and go to noon. Sands will be joined by Blacksburg mayor Leslie Hager-Smith and New River Health District director Dr. Noelle Bissell. Watch below:

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Blacksburg leaders discuss ordinance preventing large gatherings, limiting restaurant capacity

Read full article: Blacksburg leaders discuss ordinance preventing large gatherings, limiting restaurant capacity

BLACKSBURG, Va The town of Blacksburg is considering major steps to prevent a potential spike in cases in COVID-19. The move comes as thousands of students start to return to Virginia Techs campus. Proposed Ordinance 1942 would reduce restaurant, bar and brewery capacity to 50%. Smith said she has been working with landlords throughout the town to help with enforcement when it comes to large gatherings. Smith said the ordinance would address concerns brought up by people who live in Blacksburg.

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Law enforcement agencies team up for Dialogue on Race & Law Enforcement in Blacksburg

Read full article: Law enforcement agencies team up for Dialogue on Race & Law Enforcement in Blacksburg

BLACKSBURG, Va. Multiple law enforcement agencies in the Montgomery County area are holding a joint news conference in response to the killing of George Floyd and the expressions of outrage sweeping across the country. The Montgomery County Sheriffs Office, Blacksburg Police Department and Christiansburg Police Department are hosting the news conference. Scheduled speakers include:Penny Franklin, President of The Community GroupDr. Wornie Reed, Director of the Virginia Tech Race and Social Policy CenterBlacksburg Police Chief Anthony WilsonBlacksburg Mayor Leslie Hager-SmithChristiansburg Mayor Mike BarberMontgomery County Board of Supervisors Chair Steve FijalkowskiThe news conference is happening outside the Blacksburg Police Department building at 200 Clay Street.

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