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Blacksburg
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Longshop-McCoy Fire & Rescue will hold its 2025 Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, October 11 at 5770 McCoy Road in Blacksburg with $8 admission and a menu of pancakes, bacon, sausage, coffee, juice and water. Proceeds will benefit the volunteer fire & rescue. New River Valley News
- ➤ The Christiansburg Fire Department is leading Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct. 5—11, by teaching residents to safely handle lithium-ion batteries and prevent home fires. Chief Billy Hanks and his team, supported by local volunteer units, are sharing tips on checking smoke detectors and safe use of heaters to boost fire safety. News Messenger
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Blacksburg Museum and Cultural Foundation will host its 10th Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ on Saturday, October 11 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at St. Luke and Odd Fellows Hall in Blacksburg, where visitors will enjoy live music and can purchase beer, wine & barbecue with a suggested $10 donation to support the preservation of New Town's only remaining building. New River Valley News
- ➤ Showtimers Community Theatre announced a pop—rock musical scheduled to debut soon. The production will offer local audiences a new performance experience. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Virginia Tech are commemorating the two-year anniversary of the Israel Hamas conflict - some held a memorial for 48 hostages while others protested what they called genocide. The campus event recalled the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust. WSET
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Professor John Seiler — a forestry expert from Virginia Tech — has shared his favorite drives to see bright fall leaves in the New River Valley and Southwest Virginia. He said drivers can enjoy a walk by Pandapas Pond and a scenic loop on Route 311, with peak color expected from Oct. 25 through Nov. 1. News Messenger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that the Virginia Workforce Housing Investment Program will add an extra $15M to support workforce housing in local communities. The program commits $75M over five years, with a potential to yield $750M and 5,000 new units—boosting job growth and economic development. New River Valley News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cindy M. Fisher from the Community Health Center of the New River Valley in Christiansburg was named VCHA Nurse of the Year by the Virginia Community Health Association at their annual conference in Roanoke. Her leadership improved colorectal cancer screening rates from 30% in 2019 to over 76% by the end of 2024 — a result that marks her as a trusted voice in preventive care. News Messenger
- ➤ Residents will join the New River Valley Heart Walk to raise heart health awareness, with the event designed to support local efforts. Organizers have not yet announced the meeting time or route—more details will follow soon. WDBJ7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Montgomery earned its first win of the season on Friday at Auburn High School — a 50-12 victory over Bland County that improved the team's record to 1-5 as sophomore Dakota Lawrence scored on a break and freshman Landon Perry contributed key points. News Messenger
- ➤ On October 7, 2025, Christiansburg won a close game when Mason King kicked a last second field goal to give a 34—31 win over Pulaski. News Messenger
- ➤ Christiansburg volleyball remained unbeaten after beating Blacksburg in three sets — 25–12, 25–18, 25–12 — on October 7; Ela Shepherd recorded 13 kills to help secure the win. The team continues its strong season with this solid performance. News Messenger
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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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Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Louisville Cardinals Football
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Lane Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness the thrilling college football clash as the Hokies take on the Cardinals.
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~ Tony Robbins
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