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Blacksburg
Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 25, the community held a tribute to honor a domestic violence victim whose courage inspired local support—organizers pledged continued help for survivors. WDBJ7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Dustin Allen Johnson, a 38-year-old Blacksburg resident who died unexpectedly from an accidental overdose, will have visitation at McCoy Funeral Home Saturday, November 1 from 3PM—5PM as family and friends gather to say goodbye. New River Valley News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses in Blacksburg announced employee promotions and leadership changes for the week of Oct 26, 2025+ several companies updated their teams as part of new growth strategies. The Roanoke Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Ridge Folklife Festival celebrated local traditions with live music, dance and crafts at a community venue; organizers said the event honored longstanding customs—drawing residents to celebrate regional heritage. WDBJ7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LewisGale hosted its annual Crush the Crisis Prescription Drug Take Back Day in partnership with the DEA + Blacksburg Police on Saturday to let residents safely dispose of unused, expired, or unwanted medications. The event is part of a national effort to keep these drugs out of the wrong hands. WSLS 10
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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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