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Two Hokies Reflect on a Lifetime of Metallica Ahead of Lane Stadium Show

Two former Virginia Tech athletes and alumni have been sleeping with one eye open and gripping their pillows tight for the past several months. A dream comes true for both...

Battle of New Market Commemoration Weekend Set for May 17–18

Over May 17-18, the Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State...

Roanoke’s 2nd Street Bridge Turns Into Waterslide for Summer Fundraiser

Downtown Roanoke, Inc. (DRI) is transforming a bridge into the ultimate 800- foot waterslide as...

Historian-Led Tour to Mark 161st Anniversary of Battle of New Market

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park...

Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon Set for May 3

Virginia Amateur Sports, in partnership with Kinetic MultiSports, is proud to announce that the 27th...

Summer music series to be held at Virginia State Parks

Virginia State Parks will offer unique music series this summer through the fall that will include bluegrass, jazz, gospel, country, rock and roll, symphony...

Virginia’s Mountain Spirit Trail Announced at Ferrum College’s Blue Ridge Institute

On April 30, Virginia's Mountain Spirit Trail was announced at Ferrum College's Blue Ridge Institute and Museum (BRIM). The Mountain Spirit Trail is a collaboration...

National Day of Prayer Event To Be Held in Botetourt County

The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2. You can search to find a prayer event in or near your area, using the...

Paddling Convoy to Celebrate Preservation of James River Island

Calling all paddlers and conservationists! The Central Virginia Land Conservancy (CVALC) is organizing a convoy of canoeists and kayakers on May 23, 2024 at...

Dogwood Festival Returns to Vinton April 26-27 for 69th Year

The oldest festival in Virginia's Blue Ridge, the Vinton Dogwood Festival returns April 26-27. The event kicks off 6:30-9:00 Friday night with a concert...

Ferrum College Hosts Gospel Explosion Featuring Local and National Musicians

Ferrum College Campus Ministry and Office of the Chaplain hosted a spring concert on the lawn on Monday, April 15th featuring praise bands and...