Daily
Blacksburg
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local job seekers can access workforce development services that offer career planning and training programs — these initiatives aim to improve skills and prepare applicants for available positions. Enrollment details and eligibility requirements will be shared soon. WDBJ7
- ➤ Virginia Tech was ranked tied for No.51 among National Universities and tied for No.21 among Top Public Schools in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings released Tuesday — the list compared over 1,400 institutions and highlighted strong programs in engineering, business and science. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that eligible Virginia taxpayers will receive tax rebates of up to $200 for individual filers and up to $400 for joint filers this fall if they filed by November 3 and had tax liability in 2024 (early filers before July 1 will get rebates by October 15, with any owed debts deducted before the balance is sent). New River Valley News
- ➤ House of Delegates candidates Lily Franklin and Chris Obenshain—seeking support in District 41—spoke at an AARP forum at Blacksburg Community Center Wednesday night where they discussed tax credits for caregivers, plans to protect Medicaid benefits, and strategies to address high prescription costs. The candidates also shared personal experiences in caregiving and debated approaches to control drug prices. Cardinal News
- ➤ People have gathered at Virginia Tech for a Turning Point event where local citizens will hear discussions on upcoming changes, and organizers say more speakers will address issues later today—boosting campus energy. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Cancer Foundation will host a golf tournament and luncheon soon to raise funds for cancer research—officials will share more details later. WDBJ7
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Hokie Half Marathon and 5K
6:00 PM — Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center — Registration fee applies — Lace up for a scenic run through beautiful Blacksburg with the Hokies.
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Salsa Under The Stars
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Beliveau Farm Winery — $12 at the door — Dance the night away with salsa lessons and vibrant Latin music.
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Virginia Hollow Concert
6-9 p.m. — Rising Silo Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with Virginia Hollow at a local brewery.
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