Good morning, Blacksburg.

The New River Valley Fair opens Monday, July 27 at the New River Valley Fairgrounds in Dublin, VA, with an opening night demolition derby included with admission.

The six-day event features carnival rides (separate tickets for rides), bingo, live music, and a petting zoo, ending on Saturday, August 1.

Mill Mountain Theatre (the local venue) will stage Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with a performance featuring local talent and updated scenes.

Tickets are on sale at the theatre.

The DoD announced that Virginia Tech will host a revamped fellowship program for senior military officers soon.

The initiative will train senior civilians for military leadership and strengthen federal ties with the university.

Virginia Tech hosted a recent science summer camp that gave local students hands-on STEM lessons in health sciences, chemistry, physics, and ecology while experts showcased diverse career paths (including astrophysics and engineering) to spark future ambitions.

A local teen was picked for American Legion Boys Nation to join a national program recognizing leadership and civic duty.

The selection brings positive attention to local opportunities and celebrates the teen's achievement.

Virginia Beef Cattle University was held at Virginia Tech on Friday, Jul.

24, bringing together beef producers, industry leaders and students to exchange ideas through hands-on workshops and sessions that featured USDA insights. The event underscored Virginia Tech's commitment to agricultural education.

Muck Around & Find Stout Tour

Aug 8-9 — The Milk Parlor — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of folk-rock with Irish and Gypsy influences from The Muckers.