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Blacksburg
Friday, October 17th, 2025
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
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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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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.
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