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Blacksburg
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau began fall maintenance work on October 27th to update its facilities+ ensure operational safety. More details about the schedule and upcoming improvements are expected soon. WDBJ7
- ➤ Mountain Valley Pipeline proposed an expansion to carry more natural gas — including a new compressor station in Montgomery County — to federal regulators on October 23rd. Federal officials will review the plan in the coming weeks. The Roanoke Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Prochem, Inc. agreed to pay $1.9 million to settle water contamination issues that raised local safety concerns. The settlement was reached last evening and the company will face ongoing regulatory monitoring—ensuring compliance with state standards. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows child poverty in Virginia rose to 12%—over 230,000 children now face economic hardship as gains from the pandemic are reversed. Experts say key support programs are needed to help working families stay afloat. WSLS 10
- ➤ The DMV and VHSL announced a new 'Buckle Up, Phone Down' campaign that will urge young drivers to wear seat belts and put their phones away while driving—materials for the campaign will be shared at high school sports events and online. The initiative asks students to take a pledge and aims to reduce distracted driving among teens. New River Valley News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Tech experts advise families to avoid homemade candy this Halloween because it is hard to know what ingredients are in these treats—untested items may cause allergies or sickness. They recommend using store-bought candy for a safer, more predictable treat experience. WSET
- ➤ Local health experts held an event on Oct 27 to boost awareness about SCAD heart attacks in women—sharing facts about symptoms and treatment so that women can seek care early if needed. WDBJ7
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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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2025 Blacksburg Turkey Trot
8:30 a.m. — 108 W Roanoke St, Blacksburg, VA — Registration fee applies — Participate in a festive 5k run on Thanksgiving morning for fun and fitness.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You have to go through the slow to find the fast.
~ Mark Manson
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