Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Blacksburg.
🏘️ Community
River Ridge Mall hosted an event for The Park opening on Friday, Aug.
14, giving families and visitors an outdoor space to gather and enjoy future community activities.
TherapyDogs of ROA is now in its second year at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, where travelers interact with therapy dogs (including Trooper) to ease anxiety and improve the travel experience.
Airport officials say the program benefits both passengers and staff.
🎭 Culture
Michael & Emily Hemphill began releasing excerpts of Night is Coming, a book chronicling Christiansburg Institute’s story from its post-Civil War origins to the modern changes that replaced its vast campus, on Aug.
12. The project seeks to preserve the legacy of the historic school for the community.
🎓 Education
Virginia Tech finance professor Jesse Lineberry offers budgeting tips for college students returning to campus to manage tuition, food, and unexpected costs.
He urges tracking fixed and variable expenses (like rent or textbooks) and planning for emergencies to build a strong financial habit.
🏥 Health
A local Hometown Health report released Friday, Aug.
14 links financial stress with reduced body mobility, suggesting money+movement issues could affect community wellness. The feature explores how financial strain may impact physical health for neighbors.
🏈 Sports
Salem graduate Chris Cole was named to the Dick Butkus Award watch list — a recognition for top defensive talent in football.
The announcement highlights his strong play ahead of the season.
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