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Blacksburg
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA at Virginia Tech opened its Corner Market early to give free groceries to anyone with an EBT card after the government shutdown made it harder for some to shop—offering canned goods, bread, produce and meats during set hours—while relying on donations to keep the market stocked. WDBJ7
- ➤ Local officials celebrated hometown veterans during a painting exhibit held yesterday that featured artwork honoring their service. Community members gathered at a local venue to pay tribute to the heroes. WDBJ7
- ➤ The Blacksburg YMCA opened a new corner market at its facility yesterday—offering fresh produce and essential supplies to members and locals. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School officials closed local schools after a social media threat was posted yesterday—authorities are investigating the warning to protect students. WDBJ7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia’s Eastern Divide Preserve near Blacksburg protects the rare Ellett Valley millipede and its cave habitats—supporting bats, native plants and water quality—and local officials say the area plays a key role in preserving a species once thought extinct. The Roanoke Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin ordered flags to be flown at half-staff today to honor Navy Captain Thomas Scheurich—whose remains were recently identified after he went missing in the Vietnam War—and his burial with full military honors is set for today at Arlington National Cemetery. WDBJ7
- ➤ Although the 43-day shutdown ended, flight delays and cancellations continued at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport yesterday as a Delta flight to Atlanta was cancelled and six other flights were delayed - federal workers still have not received full pay, and officials expect flight schedules to return to normal by Thanksgiving. WSLS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local researcher is testing new methods to improve opioid misuse treatment by studying innovative recovery approaches. He expects his research to guide local health centers and boost patient care in the coming months. WDBJ7
- ➤ A local researcher from the Fralin Biomedical Institute found that people with opioid-use disorder who have high pain levels tend to use opioids more and face stronger cravings and worse outcomes — so doctors should closely monitor pain and understand patient struggles during treatment and recovery. WDBJ7
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Community Housing Partners broke ground on Stroubles Ridge, a new affordable housing neighborhood that will add 20 homes to help meet the local need for middle-housing options — the project aims to attract investment and ease housing challenges in Blacksburg. WSLS 10
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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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Blacksburg Master Chorale Presents Handel's 'Messiah'
4-10 p.m. — Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless beauty of Handel's 'Messiah' performed by a talented chorale and orchestra.
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