1+ hour, 32+ min ago  (473+ words) Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced more than $5. 6 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grants to support projects focused on increasing energy reliability, investing in advanced manufacturing, strengthening national security, and creating good-paying job opportunities for Virginians across…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (176+ words) We welcome our community to experience the following events that are free and open to the public. Call (540) 443-1601 for any questions. Art Exhibit Opening Reception " Soil to Soul Date: Friday, June 5 Place: The Alexander Black House | 204 Draper Road SW, Blacksburg…...

1+ mon, 18+ hour ago  (126+ words) The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, a $56, 345 grant. The funding supports veterinary student research. U. S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "Virginia Tech leads a biomedical research program for…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (153+ words) New River Community College (NRCC) is pleased to announce the winners of the Virginia Community College System Poetry & Visual Arts Competition. Participating students submitted original poetry and visual artworks earlier in the semester interpreting the theme "I Dream." The program…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (198+ words) Fifteen students from the New River Valley were recently recognized as 2026 Outstanding Students in a Curriculum/Subject Area by New River Community College. Students from the New River Valley who were honored included: From Floyd County: Grace Olivia Dawson, general…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (376+ words) Leaders of the New River Valley Home Builders Association (NRVHBA) announced the launch of the new charitable arm of the organization, Building Futures Foundation, this past weekend at a special 50th anniversary celebration event. Officially incorporated in March of this year,…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (153+ words) Registration is now open for several upcoming short-term training programs at New River Community College that include Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). These welding programs are non-credit, and students…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (936+ words) Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the appointment of David Wilkinson to serve in her cabinet as Virginia's Chief Transformation Officer. "From my first day in office, my Administration has focused on delivering the pragmatic leadership Virginians deserve " and taken concrete…...

2+ mon, 4+ day ago  (538+ words) Governor Abigail Spanberger today signed a package of bipartisan legislation " commonly known as the Momnibus " to improve and expand healthcare coverage for Virginia mothers and families, particularly women who face the highest risks. The Governor was joined at the ceremony…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (128+ words) The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, multiple grants. Details of funded projects include $377, 650 to clinical research of neurological disorders. Additionally, $764, 572 will support mental health research of depression. Also, $513, 812 will go…...