Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of June.
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🏘️ Community
In Blacksburg, five paddlers from the 320-mile New River expedition will share their journey at Rising Silo Brewery Wednesday at 7 p.m. A Floyd County homestead will get a new well and Pulaski County earned recognition for repurposing old school buildings.
🎭 Culture
This week, as Virginia commemorates 250 years of independence, a local reflection highlights Richard Henry Lee—the first to propose breaking from Britain—whose push for freedom set the stage before Jefferson rose to prominence, underscoring our state’s rich heritage.
📰 Economy
Virginia Tech grad Alexander Kaplan (Collier Trophy winner) now works at aerospace startup Lux Aeterna to develop reusable satellites that may cut costs and reduce orbital debris, paving the way for a sustainable off Earth economy.
📰 Finance
AAA data shows that as of Monday, June 29, the average price for regular gas is $3.70 per gallon, with premium and diesel costing more in areas like Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Radford (New River Valley).
🏥 Health
Virginia State Police Conservation Officer Ron Wood reminds boaters, swimmers and water sports enthusiasts to wear properly fitting life jackets + check safety gear before launching this Fourth of July weekend, as last year’s boating incidents showed the risks and lowered lake levels add extra hazards.
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