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Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This week, Floyd Town Council meets Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. for budget discussions & review, while Christiansburg hosts a sustainability committee meeting Friday & Earth Fest Saturday at Huckleberry Park with tree planting and live music, and Virginia Tech will hold the International Street Fair Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Cardinal News
- ➤ Virginia Tech’s Fraternity and Sorority Life is hosting Greeks Giving Back on April 25 from 9:30 a.m. to noon in Blacksburg. The event lets Greek life members complete service projects (yard work, cleaning, and painting) at residents’ homes, following the university’s motto, Ut Prosim. Collegiate Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a skydiver became stuck on the Lane Stadium scoreboard when gusts disrupted a pregame jump for the spring football game (the volunteer fire department spent 30 minutes lowering the individual with no injuries reported). WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Tech Board of Visitors approved tuition and fee increases for the next school year on Tuesday. The changes will affect student costs starting this fall at campus in Blacksburg. The Roanoke Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The spotted lanternfly is spreading in our area as warmer weather speeds up egg hatching, threatening local trees and crops. Virginia Department of Agriculture experts advise residents to scrape off egg masses from property surfaces (they measure about 1.5 inches long) to reduce the pest's impact. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County School Board will review collective bargaining agreements, a proposed $1,500 bonus and facility needs during its meeting tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the county government center in Christiansburg — following a 5:30 p.m. work session for student and personnel matters. Cardinal News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Tech football is planning bold tactics to shock the world during the 2026 season (local fans eagerly await details) as the team prepares on campus. Officials will share more updates as the season unfolds. WDBJ7
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