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Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bike4Alz team of 11 riders from WKU will arrive in Blacksburg on Saturday, July 19—landing at the Virginia Tech Drillfield between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.—and join a group dinner at PK’s Restaurant at 6:00 p.m. as part of their 70-day coast-to-coast ride supporting Alzheimer’s research that will end in Virginia Beach. WSLS 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jadyn Yost said she hopes state and federal judges on July 22 will see beyond her husband's mugshot as he faces felony assault charges from a July 9 incident in Blacksburg—he was arrested after allegedly threatening hospital staff and is now in ICE custody with plans to appear virtually in court. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Tech Helmet Lab updated its STAR system by raising the thresholds for a five-star rating for bicycle, varsity football, and youth football helmets — fewer helmets meet the top score. The change follows improved test results over the past decade and helps buyers identify helmets that offer strong protection. WSET
- ➤ New River Community College is hosting a free first responder summer camp this week for middle and high school students to gain hands-on skills in firefighting+law enforcement+EMS. The program aims to spark career interest as the nation faces a shortage in emergency workers. WSLS 10
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Virginia Hollow Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Rising Silo Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music with Virginia Hollow at the brewery.
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Jstop Latin Soul Performance
6 PM – 12 AM — Henderson Lawn — Free admission — Experience the vibrant sound of Jstop Latin Soul blending Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz improvisation.
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Virginia Hollow at Steppin' Out 2025
3-4 p.m. — Acoustic Stage — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Virginia Hollow at this vibrant community event.
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