Blacksburg Local News – Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Friday, January 17th, 2025

Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.

CRIME NEWS

➤ Following a road rage altercation in Blacksburg, both an Uber driver and the other party involved face charges of assault, with both claiming to have been assaulted by the other. WSLS 10

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Charlie Phlegar, a key leader in Virginia Tech's Advancement Division, is set to retire on August 31 after significantly enhancing the university's fundraising and alumni engagement. The Roanoke Times
➤ Mario Ortez has been appointed as the James A. and Renae C. Pearson Collegiate Faculty Fellow, enhancing Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences with his extensive experience in agribusiness and entrepreneurship. Virginia Tech News
➤ Virginia school districts were awarded over $201,000 in grants by No Kid Hungry Virginia to enhance breakfast programs, ensuring students have access to nutritious meals to start their day. WSLS 10
➤ Jennifer Davis becomes the director of college scholarships at Virginia Tech College of Engineering, tasked with enhancing scholarship programs to support student academic pursuits. Virginia Tech News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Virginia Tech researchers are implementing animal detection and driver warning systems on roads frequented by wildlife to decrease animal-vehicle collisions. WSLS 10

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ Hometown Eats features Jaybird Tavern, highlighting its role in the community and culinary offerings. WDBJ7

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