Daily
Blacksburg
Sunday, April 19th, 2026
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
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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