Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
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🏘️ Community
William 'Bill' Henry Brown, Sr., a trailblazing figure and former Blacksburg Police Chief who significantly impacted the New River Valley community, has passed away.
The Montgomery Museum of Art & History is holding a seminar on February 8th to encourage the use of native Virginia plants in home and community gardens, featuring speakers from the local gardening community.
🚨 Crime
Virginia Tech football player Jordan Bass, originally from Pittsburgh, faces a DUI charge and a civil violation for underage marijuana possession, with a court date set for February 4.
🎓 Education
Maggie Bump has been named professor emerita by Virginia Tech for over 23 years of dedicated service and significant contributions in chemistry education and community engagement.
Harry Dorn, a long-serving Virginia Tech chemistry professor, was awarded professor emeritus status in recognition of over 50 years of exemplary service and contributions to science and education.
Virginia Tech refines its Beyond Boundaries vision to adapt to the evolving higher education landscape, enhancing its strategic plan for global innovation and community engagement by 2050.
Virginia Tech's Master of Information Technology program is ranked No. 4 nationally in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report for Best Online Programs, also ranking No. 2 for veterans, demonstrating the program's excellence and strong support for online and veteran students.
🏈 Sports
Virginia Tech appoints Sam Siefkes, former Arizona Cardinals linebackers coach, as their new defensive coordinator, a role vacant for nearly two months, aiming to enhance the team's defense under the guidance of head coach Brent Pry.
Virginia Tech announces its 2025 football spring game for April 12th, and various athletes from multiple sports secure notable achievements and transitions, including professional signings and preseason honors.
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