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Sunday, April 19th, 2026

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Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The New River Valley Master Gardener plant sale will be held Saturday, May 9 from 9am to 2pm at the Montgomery County Government Center in Christiansburg. Visitors will find various plants, a clinic, a basil bar, and tool sharpening by I Can Sharpen That plus funds for community gardens.  New River Valley News
  • Two Blacksburg retirees volunteer to monitor Virginia waterways, collecting data the state uses to track pollution and guide efforts to restore natural areas.  The Roanoke Times

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A skydiver crashed into the Virginia Tech scoreboard during today's Spring Game and was rescued after hanging on for over 20 minutes, causing kickoff to start an hour late at 4 p.m.  Collegiate Times

SPORTS NEWS

  • Yesterday at Virginia Tech’s spring game, a man was rescued after his parachute malfunctioned when he hit the scoreboard. He got quick medical checks (per safety officials) and event coordinators said they will review safety measures.  WDBJ7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Underground Springhouse Live Performance

    9 PM – 12 AM — The Milk Parlor — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of reggae, country, and funk with Underground Springhouse's unique rock sound.

    Fri, 5/8/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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