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Taste the Authenticity: Top 3 Mexican Restaurants in Blacksburg You Can't Miss
In this article, we'll be exploring three exceptional Mexican restaurants located in Blacksburg. Have you had the chance to visit any of these eateries? If you have, we would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your experiences in the comments section below.
Virginia Tech faculty member to appear as contestant on ‘Wheel of Fortune’
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR)—A member of the Virginia Tech’s Veterinary college’s faculty fulfilled a lifelong dream by appearing as a contestant on the popular game show, “Wheel of Fortune.”. Gary Morgan II, the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, applied...
What did Hokies coach Mike Young say about Sean Pedulla’s injury?
Before the Virginia Tech men’s basketball team took the floor against Valparaiso Saturday, it was announced that point guard Sean Pedulla was going to miss the game with an injury. During the game, he was on the Hokies bench with his foot in a walking boot. Following Virginia Tech’s...
Radford wins VHSL Class 2 state title, defeating Riverheads
SALEM, Va. – The Radford Bobcats faced off against the Riverheads Gladiators for an 11:30 a.m. kickoff at Salem Stadium, looking to secure a Class 2 title. The Bobcats did just that, defeating Riverheads 39-21. It was the first state football title for Radford in 51 years. The 1971-72 teams won back-to-back titles.
Winter Ready: Weather balloons increase forecast accuracy
BLACKSBURG, Va. (WFXR) – The weather that we see at ground level is determine by what is happening over our heads. To find out weather conditions throughout the atmosphere, National Weather Service meteorologists in 92 cities across the country launch weather balloons. “Twice a day we prepare a weather...
How to Watch the Radford vs. Virginia Tech Game: Women's Basketball Streaming & TV Channel Info for December 10
The Radford Highlanders (2-7) will look to break a seven-game losing skid when visiting the Virginia Tech Hokies (6-2) on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Cassell Coliseum. This game is at 2:00 PM ET on ACC Network Extra. Keep reading for information on how to live stream this game and...
Virginia Tech News: Transfer portal offers, Heisman Trophy & more
In this edition of Virginia Tech News, a Hokie in the transfer portal gets more offers and a Hokies’ future basketball opponent suffers a tough loss and more. Derrick Canteen gets more offers in the transfer portal. Derrick Canteen is one of six Virginia Tech players who have entered...
Giles County Mother Expresses Concern Over Shift to Virtual Learning Due to Teacher Shortage
Facing a teacher shortage, Giles County schools have shifted to virtual learning, causing stress for parents. One mother highlights the need for better preparation and resources for parents to support their children's learning at home. The county plans to resume in-person classes on December 11.
My first lesson in white privilege: I learned to swim when my friend Perry couldn't
Allen Kinzer is a partner in the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP and has practiced law in Columbus for 35 years. The Republican-led Ohio legislature is following a disturbing trend in considering laws that would eliminate the diversity, equity and inclusion training. My first white privilege...
Plans to expand passenger rail through Southwest Virginia get federal funding for further study
The $500,000 grants will fund studies of expanded Amtrak service to communities including Bristol and Bedford. The post Plans to expand passenger rail through Southwest Virginia get federal funding for further study appeared first on Cardinal News.
Christiansburg receives $120,000 to improve roadway safety
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (WSET) — On Friday, Virginia Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-9th District) announced that the Department of Transportation awarded $120,000 to the Town of Christiansburg for the development of a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Action plans aim to reduce and eliminate serious injury and fatal crashes in a given...
Looking back at Winter 2022-2023: The winter that wasn’t
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The winter of 2022-2023 was a dud for snow lovers in Virginia. Locally, Danville, Lynchburg and Roanoke picked up less than half an inch of snow. Blacksburg picked up 1.5″. The weather pattern was more active for the west coast as atmospheric rivers brought moisture...
Virginia Tech Football: Tulane facing massive turnover ahead of bowl game
On Dec. 4, it was announced that the Virginia Tech football team was going to play in the Military Bowl on Dec. 27 in Annapolis, Maryland against the University of Tulane from the AAC. The Green Wave had an 11-1 regular season, but lost, 26-14, to SMU last weekend in the AAC Conference Championship game.
VA Tech Mathematician “Future Proofs” Online Security for Looming Quantum Threats
A lone ranger riding off into the sunset might say something sage and vague, such as “a man is only as good as his word.” But these gritty prophets never said anything about verifying a man’s — or anyone else’s — word in the wild frontiers of the digital or quantum era. Virginia Tech mathematicians […]