Daily
Blacksburg
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers announced a fair that promotes reusing or recycling old items to help locals cut waste—details shared suggest the event will guide residents in finding new uses for old goods. No further specifics on the timing or location were provided. WDBJ7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ AHPS was cited for failures connected to a gas leak on Jun.20, and state safety officials are reviewing the protocols (more details are pending). WDBJ7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The director of the local ballet company announced his resignation on June 20th — the company will soon start its search for a replacement. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has started a voluntary class called Success In Life at the county jail to help inmates learn skills for personal growth and prepare for a fresh start. The eight to ten week program is taught by pastor and counselor Jerry King (author of Good News You Can Use) and will see its current group graduate next week. WDBJ7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported a rise in spotted lanternfly sightings on June 20th in our neighborhoods—experts say they are reviewing control measures to limit the invasive pest's spread and protect local plants. WDBJ7
- ➤ Appalachian Power warned residents on June 20 that water levels near dams have become unpredictable after heavy rains. The company said officials are monitoring the situation closely and will update the public—people should stay alert for further instructions. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is reminding boaters to stay sober and wear lifejackets this summer since alcohol and weather can create dangerous conditions—four deaths and 13 injuries have been reported this year, and the agency will enforce boating rules with Operation Dry Water. WSLS 10
-
Lavender Fest Days
12-6 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — $8.00 entry — Immerse yourself in the sights and scents of lavender while enjoying local vendors, live music, and specialty drinks.
-
Salsa Under The Stars
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — $12 per person — Dance the night away with a salsa lesson and vibrant music under the stars.
-
Virginia Hollow Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Rising Silo Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with Virginia Hollow at the brewery.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Blacksburg
Welcome to the Daily Blacksburg, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Blacksburg, Virginia community. If you like the Daily Blacksburg, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Blacksburg.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Blacksburg and across Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Blacksburg
A free Blacksburg community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyblacksburg.com/sitemap