Good morning, Blacksburg.

PawPawFest returns to New River Valley with a day of family fun, local food and live entertainment.

Organizers say the event is scheduled for a future date at a local venue and is expected to bring the community together.

Downtown Blacksburg Inc. has announced the grand opening of The Local — a retail incubator and community space at 414 N.

Main Street — with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 11:00 a.m. and a three-day celebration from Oct. 15 to Oct. 17.

The Jack Hinshelwood Trio and duo Ashley Watkins and Andrew Small are set to perform at the Lyric Theatre on Sept.

30 at 7 p.m. Presented by the Montgomery Museum, the concert (on an updated stage with plush seating and a superb sound system) will celebrate Appalachian and blues music.

Gas prices in our area are up 11 cents from last week and now average about $4.14 for regular gas, $5 for premium, and $6.20 for diesel, according to AAA + GasBuddy; Blacksburg drivers should compare local fuel stops for the best rates.

New River Community College celebrates student parents with its CAPS program throughout September, offering free resources and family events to ease the balance of education and childcare.

An open house on Sept. 23 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. will offer a family meal + kid-friendly activities.

On Sept. 15, Floyd County defeated the Bruins 42-0, with Joshua Dunford scoring a 38-yard touchdown on the opening play and Blacksburg's Keefer Caldwell providing tight coverage, while Easton Holt caught a pass and Luke Mann ran with help from Sean Borrello.

Taylor Ransom won the second SuperStreet race, Jimmy Mullins won the first, Kevin Knicely won the Pure4 race, Kevin Canter won the Mod4 race, Mike Looney won the Limited Late Model race, and Daniel Silvestri swept both Legends races on Sept.

15.