Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
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🏘️ Community
The Live Like Cash Gaudio Foundation will host its first Swing for Cash Golf Classic at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at London Downs Golf Club to honor Cash, who was killed last year.
Over twenty teams will compete for prizes — including a new car, vacations, new golf clubs and student scholarships — as sponsors support the event to keep his legacy alive.
💼 Business
State regulators approved an 8% hike in Columbia Gas’s non-gas rates that will add about $6 to the average monthly bill for customers using 5.1 dekatherms.
The change will let the company earn an extra $40.7 million per year for capital investments and maintenance—approval was finalized Thursday.
🌲 Environment
A study by Complare the Market Australia found Blacksburg is one of the greenest small cities in the country—ranking 20th among over 300 cities using measures like air quality, walkability, EV charging stations, and renewable energy scores.
The report shows Blacksburg earned a renewable energy rating of 9.41 out of 10.
🏛️ Government
On April 28, Spain’s power grid collapsed for 3.5 hours as unusual shifts in energy flow shut down trains, flights, and bank services while five people died.
Virginia lawmakers will discuss this event in upcoming elections as they debate our state’s energy choices — though investigations have not shown that solar power was to blame.
🏈 Sports
Local golfers competed in the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament, with updates provided on May 15, May 16, and May 17 to show player performance and round progress.
Organizers expect more rounds as the event continues to honor Scott Robertson's legacy.
🎉 Blacksburg Events
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Paint Nite: Perfect Spring Lookout
6-8 p.m. — Rising Silo Brewery — $45 per person, supplies included — Unleash your creativity in a fun painting party hosted by The Heartworks Co.
Summer Flora Candle Making Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — $41 plus fees — Craft two custom candles with summer floral scents while enjoying a relaxing winery atmosphere.
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