Blacksburg Local News – Friday, February 21st, 2025

Daily Blacksburg

Friday, February 21st, 2025

Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ A proposed eight-story, 759-bedroom housing development aimed at students and potentially families in Blacksburg has sparked concerns among local businesses and residents about its impact on the community. WDBJ7

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Virginia Tech's Giving Day garnered over $21 million from more than 24,100 participants worldwide in a 24-hour fundraising event. Virginia Tech News

HEALTH NEWS

➤ The NSF COMPASS Center, led by Virginia Tech, convened its first National Dialogue event to discuss ethical pandemic science research, highlighting the importance of community engagement and equitable practices. Virginia Tech News

BLACKSBURG EVENTS

EVENTS

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BLACKSBURG REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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BLACKSBURG JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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BLACKSBURG ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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