News across Greater Blacksburg
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Published 14 hours agoVolunteer firefighter numbers have declined across the U.S. In Blacksburg, college students help fill the ranks.
Factors contributing to recruitment challenges include increased time demands, more rigorous training requirements and the proliferation of two-income families whose members do not have time to volunteer.
Cardinal News
Published September 28Luna Innovations completes sale to private equity firm
The Blacksburg-based tech company had faced financial troubles and civil litigation stemming from accounting errors that prevented it from filing quarterly and annual reports.
Crews Are Working to Repair a Water Main Break on Huff Heritage Ln.
Crews are currently working to repair a water main break on Huff Heritage Ln. near Kitty Ln.
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Published September 29Effort for new fire station in Rich Creek progresses, to stop aging facility from becoming ‘part of the disaster’
Small fire departments like the one in the Giles County town have to get creative to pay for infrastructure projects.
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Published September 24Radford leaders applaud TripStop project at a crucial time for revenue opportunities
The travel center will be located off Interstate 81 at Exit 105.
Pumpkin Splash Patch
Join us for our 6th annual floating pumpkin patch on October 9 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Aquatic Center!
Road Closure on Depot St. NW Beginning Sept. 24
Beginning Thursday, Sept. 24, crews will be conducting a water service install at 403 Depot St. NW. The work will take place from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. the next day.
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Published September 21Floyd County high school students step up to preserve homes in their community, where many need repairs
They use hands-on skills while experiencing the importance of helping others, said teacher Ross Snead.
Photo of the Year Contest
This year, the Town of Christiansburg is excited to relaunch the Photo of the Year Contest with a new twist. This year’s theme, “My Dream Public Art,” invites creatives to reimagine local spaces through art and photography.
Fire Prevention Night
Join us at the Christiansburg Fire Department on Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 6–8 p.m. for an evening of fun at Fire Prevention Night!
Getting Scary on the Huckleberry
Join the Town of Christiansburg at the Christiansburg Recreation Center on Saturday, October 31 for a fun-filled morning of running, costumes, candy, and pancakes at our annual Getting Scary on the Huckleberry event!
Electronic Recycling
Anything that used electricity, from TVs and computers to small appliances. Limits on the following: 2 fluorescent bulbs and 1 CRT TV per person per event.