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DMV Announces New Motorcycle License Pilot Program
New Program Makes It Easier for Experienced Riders to Get License Endorsement with Training Program CompletionMay is Motorcycle Safety Month, and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is...
Virginia Tech Student Aims to Open Equine Center for The Deaf
It’s rare for someone to have a clear North Star on their path.It’s even rarer...
Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation / Virginia Preservation Announce 2024 Endangered Sites List
In recognition of National Preservation Month, the Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation (RVPF) has announced their...
Steven Bathiche: Inventor, Engineer, Hokie . . .
Since the turn of the millennium, Steven Bathiche ’97 has led the Microsoft Applied Sciences...
Youngkin Signs Budget Legislation – Praises Bipartisan Support
Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the Virginia state budget bills HB 6001 and HB 6002, bipartisan...
Volunteers Make a Big Impact on Blue Ridge Parkway
On November 7, the National Park Service (NPS) honored volunteers who have made significant contributions to the preservation, protection, and enjoyment of the Blue...
Virginians Are Recycling More of Their Trash
Virginia recycled almost half of its trash last year, setting a record despite China’s ban on importing plastic and other solid waste.The statewide recycling...
Virginia Tech Architecture / Design Programs Ranked Among Best In Nation
Virginia Tech’s School of Architecture + Design has once again been recognized as a leader for the strength of its educational programs and the quality of...
Coaching Legend Frank Beamer Surprises Brandon Oaks Nursing Center “Star For The Day” Resident
Ed Scruggs is a 1952 Virginia Tech graduate and a lifelong Virginia Tech football super fan. He currently resides at Brandon Oaks Nursing and...
Virginia Mountains Region Virtually Sweeps Top Adventure Towns Contest
Virginia’s Mountains Region —Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine recently announced the winners of the ninth annual Top Adventure Towns contest. In 2019, the field was...
Roanoke College Presents: Can We Talk? Civil Discourse and Democracy: Howard Kurtz in Conversation With Jen Psaki
Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” - Winston ChurchillMany...