Good morning, Blacksburg.

George's Flowers will move from its longtime location on Franklin Road to support the city's flood plain mitigation project for Ore Branch + expand its space for business growth.

Virginia’s Department of Education will update its SOL tests for the 2027-28 school year to offer faster results plus tailored supports for English learners and students with disabilities.

Vendors will submit proposals by mid-September.

A Virginia Tech researcher says AI can help spot early drought signs if more weather data becomes available—improving forecasts that may give locals time to adjust to potential water shortages.

The push for more sensors and satellites may boost drought prediction models using past patterns.

Northwest airflow is keeping Blacksburg at near-normal late-July temperatures with 80s highs and dry conditions through Saturday — showers and storms are expected Sunday and early next week with occasional funnel clouds and high wildfire smoke from Oregon.

This shift eases summer heat while introducing rotating storm chances.

Local health officials say a cyclosporiasis outbreak is prompting food caution in Blacksburg today, and they urge residents to rely on facts and safe food practices to prevent illness.

CDC confirmed 6,707 Cyclospora cases among nine states since May; Virginia reported 126 cases, including some linked to travel to outbreak areas (local spread is not confirmed).

Health officials urge residents to wash produce well and avoid recalled Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce.

SMLCA Football focused on building character in training on July 29, 2026, with coaches emphasizing teamwork and discipline during practices (as reported in local sports updates) while the Pulaski River Turtles prepare for playoffs.

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.