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What Hokies need to know for Saturday’s matchup against Wofford

Dear Hokies — We’re looking forward to another exciting Saturday football game as Virginia Tech takes on Wofford at Lane Stadium! As always, let’s come together to make game day...

Roanoke conference to spotlight impact of community partnerships

For four decades, the hum of the Donnkenny textile factory signaled steady work for families...

Hokies called to lead with respect and spirit for Saturday’s gameday

Dear Hokies — As we gear up for Saturday’s home game vs. Old Dominion, let’s make...

Master Naturalists Celebrate 20 Years of Conservation Across Virginia

Two decades after its start, the Virginia Master Naturalist program continues to empower volunteers to...

WVTF helps bring community radio to Northwest Roanoke

Tune a Roanoke Valley radio to 96.9 FM and supple jazz melodies play. Soon that...

Fairy Stone State Park closes main campground for 2025 season, cabins and equestrian campground to remain open

STUART, Va. – Fairy Stone State Park’s main campground, which is typically open from the first Friday in March until the first Monday in...

Stay Warm Today: Community Support Centers Open

Following this past week's inclement weather and cold temperatures, the City of Roanoke reminds residents of available Community Support Centers for those seeking warmth: ...

Northern Virginia Master Gardeners recognized for youth education programs

Extension Master Gardeners received the 2024 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Award for a program focused on horticulture education within the public school system. The...

Nominate your favorite agricultural icon to appear on the State Fair ‘Ag Superheroes’ trading cards

DOSWELL—A new roster of Virginia’s agricultural icons will be immortalized on collectible trading cards at this year’s State Fair of Virginia. For the third year,...

Engineering Giving Day donors offer challenge to inspire the next generation of Hokies

Spanning three generations of Virginia Tech alumni, the May family donates $50,000 to encourage participation in Giving Day 2025. Over 60 years after Joe T....

Farm Bureau Young Farmers Expo to be held in Franklin County

The 2025 Virginia Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers Winter Expo will take place Feb. 21-23 in Franklin County. VFBF Young Farmers is a leadership development and networking program for...