Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of August.
Good morning, Blacksburg.
🎓 Education
Virginia Tech’s annual Gobblerfest is set for Aug.
28 on the Drillfield from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hosted by Student Engagement & Campus Life, the fair will feature only Virginia Tech organizations, offering students a chance to explore clubs, sports, and cultural groups on campus.
Owen’s Food Court was reconfigured for the school year as an all-you-can-eat center where students pay $13 for breakfast and $17.95 for lunch and dinner.
Options now include a coffee bar (replacing Freshens) and a noodle bar in Garden, as part of new Virginia Tech dining plans.
In May, the Collegiate Times shifted from print to digital to deliver timely news and extra opportunities for Virginia Tech students, alumni + staff, using social media and video storytelling to keep the community connected.
🏈 Sports
Virginia Tech tight end Benji Gosnell said the Hokies manage preseason expectations under first-year head coach James Franklin as they prepare for their 2026 season.
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