Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
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🎓 Education
Virginia Tech Board of Visitors approved a 2.9 percent tuition increase for undergraduates for the 2025-26 academic year; in-state tuition and fees will rise $576 to $16,526 annually while out-of-state rates will rise $1,200 to $38,977 annually (including a $186 fee increase).
The board urged university leaders to find savings in the budget to help counter any state budget limits.
The Virginia Tech Board of Visitors voted Tuesday to cancel plans for a student life village that would have added over 1,700 beds on campus.
The board will instead renovate Slusher Hall to offer about 600 beds—despite concerns from Blacksburg officials about reduced housing options.
Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors approved a resolution on the Presidential Executive Order on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion after reviewing it in a committee meeting on March 24.
University leaders said the vote shows the school stands for free speech and treats everyone fairly.
🏛️ Government
Blacksburg Public Works is cleaning up winter storm brush in the Northwest and Southwest parts of town over the next 2.5 weeks.
Since February, crews collected 531.52 tons from the Southeast and Northeast and expect over 1000 tons by cleanup’s end — five times more than usual, and on April 7 the town will begin its Spring Cleanup with residents in the Northwest asked to put debris at the curb by 7:30 a.m.
🎉 Blacksburg Events
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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.
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.
Virginia Tech vs. Troy Baseball Match
3:30 a.m. — English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park — Tickets available — Watch the Virginia Tech Hokies face off against the Troy Trojans in an exciting baseball matchup.
Florida State Seminoles at Virginia Tech Hokies Baseball
1-5 p.m. — English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park — Tickets required — Come watch the Hokies face off against the Seminoles in an exciting afternoon of college baseball.
The Grass Is Dead: Bluegrass Tribute
8 PM – 12 AM — The Milk Parlor — $ — Experience America's original bluegrass tribute to the music of the Grateful Dead and beyond!
Bonsai Painting Night at Beliveau Farm Winery
6-8 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — Ticket sales end March 21st, 2025 — Unleash your creativity while sipping wine and painting your own bonsai masterpiece.
🏠 Blacksburg Real Estate
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