Daily
Blacksburg
Thursday, March 6th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Karen Waldron and Shawn Ricci donated $4 million to improve emergency veterinary care for horses and small pets at Virginia Tech's Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Virginia Tech
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Smokestack Theatre will soon host a comedy about a 6-foot imaginary rabbit, blending humor with unique storytelling. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Zach Kirkpatrick, a Virginia Tech student, prepares for a distinctive career in the Army Veterinary Corps, blending veterinary medicine with military service after receiving a U.S. Army scholarship. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ Virginia Tech contemplates a tuition hike between 0 and 2.9% for the 2025-2026 academic year, below previous forecasts and inflation rates, with a decision expected on March 25. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC's 12th annual Brain School focuses on cutting-edge focused ultrasound technology for brain disorders, highlighting its therapeutic applications and Virginia Tech's role as a Focused Ultrasound Center of Excellence. Virginia Tech News
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Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Radford Highlanders
1 p.m. — English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park — VIP tickets available — Witness the spirited matchup between these local college teams in a lively baseball atmosphere.
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Spring Candle Making Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — Ticket required — Craft two personalized soy candles while enjoying wine and treats in a spring-inspired setting.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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