News, events, & weather for the New River Valley of southwest Virginia.
National Design Competition
Leading up to National Adaptive Sports Day, Project S.E.R.V.E., in partnership with Virginia Tech’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, will host its annual National Design Competition this […]
Big results grow from planting a tree
The rewards for planting a single tree can ripple throughout a community—enhancing ecosystems, economies and quality of life well into the future. Each year, communities […]
4/23: Radford Photo Club Meeting
The Radford Photo Club will meet Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. at the Radford Public Library. The photo challenge for April is trains (or […]
4/18: 4th Annual Procession of Appalachian Species
Springhouse is thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Procession of Appalachian Species, a giant puppet and costume parade celebrating the rich biodiversity of the Appalachian […]
Erica Ann Sipes in Concert April 18
The Floyd Center for the Arts invites the public to an inspiring afternoon of live music on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 4:00–6:00 PM in Fallon Community Hall, […]
Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026-2029
Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the release of Virginia’s Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026–2029, a comprehensive roadmap designed to guide tourism growth, sharpen the […]
Empty Bowls Event to Fight Hunger
The Floyd Empty Bowls event returns for a 15th year with handcrafted bowls and community support, all benefiting efforts to address childhood hunger. Presented by […]
Clear the Floor and Donate More!
In celebration of Earth Day, the YMCA at Virginia Tech invites the community to take part in its annual Clear the Floor and Donate More […]
AFSP National Volunteer Appreciation Week
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention wishes to thank our volunteers who advocate in our communities, promote awareness, provide education, and support the mission to […]
Proposed Amendments to Protect Workers & Support Employers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to valuable worker protection legislation — including collective bargaining for public employees, paid sick leave, and paid family and […]
Governor Proposes Amendments to Keep Virginians Safe
Governor Abigail Spanberger today submitted amendments to strengthen commonsense gun safety laws, clarify how Virginia will continue to cooperate with federal law enforcement, and legalize […]
Vetoes Focused on Public Safety & Protecting Consumers
Governor Abigail Spanberger today vetoed legislation that would threaten Virginians’ personal property, require Virginians to pay a new fee on all mattress purchases, and make […]