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Saturday, February 8th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 13th annual Docs for Morgan basketball game, featuring VTCSOM students versus Carilion Clinic doctors, ended with a victory for the doctors, highlighting community support and scholarship fundraising. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ WSLS 10 invites nominations to honor individuals making impactful contributions in the Black community during Black History Month. WSLS 10
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Appalachian Regional Commission awarded the New River Valley Passenger Rail Station Authority a $252,500 grant for design and construction services, complemented by $240,000 in local funding, marking a significant step towards developing a key economic asset for the region. New River Valley News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The student-led Science Olympiad at Virginia Tech provides a unique blend of competitive and educational experiences in STEM for elementary through high school students, highlighting the importance of broad scientific engagement. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ Lauren Maghak, a DVM/MPH student at VMCVM, aims to blend her passion for animals and epidemiology in a non-traditional veterinary career, inspired by figures like Temple Grandin and experiences such as scuba diving. Virginia Tech News
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.
~ Richard Feynman
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