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Friday, October 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Smokestack Theatre announced it will host Halloween events that offer spooky activities for local families. The theatre said more details on event times and special guests will be shared soon — residents are encouraged to attend.  WDBJ7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On October 16th, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation announced the opening of the sixth round of the Community Flood Preparedness Fund—allowing local communities to apply for $50 million in grants, $35 million in loans, and $25 million in coastal management grants. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 1.  New River Valley News

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Blacksburg is getting a new apartment complex built where the old hotel once stood — developers plan to start construction soon to meet growing local housing needs.  WDBJ7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Virginia Tech Hokies Women's Basketball

    2-3:30 p.m. — Cassell Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling women's basketball matchup featuring the Chanticleers and Hokies.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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