Good morning, Blacksburg.

George Edwin Bunce, aged 93, passed away on Feb.

10 at the Kroontje Center at Warm Hearth Village. A memorial service will take place on Feb. 28 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Karr Center (donations are requested in lieu of flowers).

The 7@four team announced the winner of its Valentine's Day giveaway on Friday, Feb.

13. The contest welcomed local entries and rewarded a lucky participant with a special prize to celebrate the season.

Let's Party Creatively announced a series of Valentine's Day painting activities that invite locals to explore creative art.

The event takes place today at a local venue, offering a fun way to celebrate the holiday.

The new Commonwealth burning law will go into effect tomorrow, Feb.

15, as announced by the DOF—local residents must follow updated open burning rules that apply statewide.

Local hospitals reported a rise in ER visits linked to cannabis use yesterday, prompting health officials to advise caution and monitor trends in the Blacksburg area & investigate possible factors behind the increase.

2026 Blacksburg Classic 10 Miler & 5K

Feb 16-22 — Margaret Beeks Elementary School — Registration required — Participate virtually in the 41st edition of a beloved local running event.

Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Baseball

1-5 p.m. — English Field — Tickets $10-$1000 — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup under the sun at English Field.

ACC Wrestling Championships

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Cassell Coliseum — Ticket information pending — Witness top collegiate wrestling talent compete for championship honors.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech — Tickets required — Experience the spirit of modern Ireland through world-class dance and music performances.

Market Jam at the Museum

10 AM – 12 PM — Alexander Black House & Cultural Center — Free entry — Enjoy live music by local talents Chris Via and Bill Blevins at this community event.

Metaphysics in the Blue Ridge Conference 2026

May 29th-31st — Virginia Tech Department of Philosophy, War Memorial Hall — Cost details to be announced — Engage with leading scholars in metaphysics during a collaborative workshop and enjoy a social hiking day.