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Giving Thanks and Giving Help

On Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season that follows, we count our blessings. As we do so, it is also important to remember those who may be less fortunate, both in our neighborhoods and around the world. At a recent…

Second Round of Blacksburg Bucks to be Offered

Blacksburg Bucks gift certificates are currently sold out due to an overwhelming response. The total amount of Blacksburg Bucks sold was $200,000; CARES Act revenue funded half of that amount. The good news is that a second round of Blacksburg…

Statement from Sheriff Hank Partin

“Last week the Montgomery County Circuit Court issued a temporary injunction ordering three persons to vacate trees located on Yellow Finch Lane, by Monday. Some of the individuals who were not in the trees chose to do the right thing…

DMV: New Online Two-Year Renewal Option

Most Virginians who renewed their driver’s license or identification cards through the Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) website or U.S. mail last time now have the option to renew again online or through the mail rather than making an appointment…

Try Blacksburg Bucks this holiday season

A new gift certificate program called Blacksburg Bucks will kick off the holiday season and offer a much-needed boost to local businesses. A collaboration between the Town of Blacksburg, the Blacksburg Partnership, and Downtown Blacksburg Inc., Blacksburg Bucks is a…

Avila Herbals partners with Phoenix Biotechnology

Avila Herbals, a company specializing in novel botanical extraction techniques for both dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals, announced today that it has signed an exclusive global manufacturing agreement and a research and development agreement with Phoenix Biotechnology (San Antonio, TX), a…

12/13: The Tacky Christmas Sweater Murder!

Experience Beliveau in a whole new way on December 13, 2020 from 2:00-5:00 PM! Join us for A Tacky Christmas Sweater Murder Mystery! This is an interactive murder mystery event where you will play a character, solve clues, and interrogate…

Truliant Announces Merger with WJC Federal Credit Union

Both credit unions focus on commitment to the communities they serve; benefits WJC members with enhanced products and services Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that WJC Federal Credit Union will be merged into Truliant in order to align the…

Holiday Exhibit at Glencoe Mansion

During the holiday season each year, we all look forward to watching our favorite animated holiday movies and television specials. We all have our favorite characters, and our own opinions on which classics are a must-watch. The Glencoe Mansion, Museum…

Fatal shooting in Pulaski

This afternoon at 1:33 am, The Town of Pulaski Police Department responded to the 1000 block of Newbern Road in reference to a shooting with a report of injuries. Upon arrival Officers discovered a male subject suffering an apparent gunshot…

11/29: Floyd County Topsy Turvy Parade

2020 has definitely been different this year with lots of events canceled, so we are going to try something a little different for the Christmas parade and hope you all can join us. If you’re interested in participating, please send…

11/16-19: RSVP Online Auction

Tomorrow is the last day for bidding on our online auction at 5 pm. There is something for everyone! Please contact us if you have any questions or to assist you with the buying process at 540-385-5775 or email at…

Registration for the Reverse Holiday Parade

Due to the impacts of Covid-19 and the Town of Blacksburg ordinance limiting gatherings to 50 people or less, the town will be staging a reverse parade where entries are stationary and spectators drive by to view them. Individuals and…

Thanksgiving Closings & Schedule Changes

Christiansburg: Christiansburg Town Hall and the Christiansburg Aquatic Center will be closed Nov. 25-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Recreation Center will be open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 25, but its administrative office will be closed.…

Let’s Talk Blacksburg Launched

Earlier today the Town of Blacksburg launched a community engagement platform called Let’s Talk Blacksburg. Let’s Talk Blacksburg is a moderated website designed to encourage citizen ideas and social engagement, gain feedback on Town initiatives, and prioritize community interests. Let’s…

Calling All Volunteers

United Way is in need of volunteers for our Thanksgiving food distribution. This year we will be conducting all eligibility screenings over the phone and scheduling times for food pick up. Families will arrive at the scheduled pick up time…

NRCC to hold Drive-Through Food Collection

New River Community College will be offering two drive through food pick-up and collection events to help students in need. The first session will be Thursday, Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside of NRCC’s Uptown Christiansburg site.…

Virginia Governor Announces COVID actions

As COVID-19 surges in states across the country, Governor Ralph Northam today announced new actions to mitigate the spread of the virus in Virginia. While the Commonwealth’s case count per capita and positivity rate remain comparatively low, all five health…

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