Good morning, Blacksburg.

FCOG is preparing for its first-ever Spring Fling Festival & inviting locals to join the celebration.

Officials say more details on dates, times, and location will be shared soon.

Mount Tabor Ruritan Club hosts its May Fish Fry on Saturday, May 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser's Chapel Picnic Shelter (1543 Mount Tabor Rd) in Blacksburg.

The event offers fish, fries, slaw, drinks; tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children, free for kids under 3.

Music Monday brought preschoolers together in Giles County for a day of singing, instruments and teamwork, with Virginia Tech's Center for the Arts, Marching Virginians and Giles County Public Schools supporting the event.

Students at Benjamin Franklin Middle School began the annual Creek Week yesterday (Apr.

23), engaging in hands-on activities that explore local creek heritage on campus.

Commonwealth School Divisions are waiting for the state budget to be finalized, delaying changes to funding and school schedules.

Officials expect to update the community when the budget is approved.

Virginia Tech received $2,978,602 in HHS grants on April 23 for research in cardiovascular diseases, cancer treatment, biomedical research and drug use programs (child health and human development extramural research).

Congressman Morgan Griffith praised the awards for boosting local research capacity.

Virginia Tech announced on Thursday, Apr.

23, that its athletic director will step down later this season in Blacksburg (details on the transition remain forthcoming). Officials expect the university to plan a smooth change in leadership for its athletic department.

Virginia's preschool grades were released on Thursday, Apr.

23, detailing performance levels across state early education centers. Blacksburg parents and educators may find the findings useful for understanding program strengths and challenges (the report outlines key measures).

Governor Spanberger joined the bipartisan U.S. Climate Alliance on Earth Day (Apr.

22) to reduce emissions, boost energy efficiency, and support local agriculture. The executive directive aims to protect public health and strengthen Virginia’s economy.

A local chef shared his perfect recipe for spring gatherings on Thursday, Apr.

23 + his recipe uses fresh seasonal ingredients and simple techniques to help locals plan festive meals.

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.