Good morning, Blacksburg.

The YMCA at Virginia Tech opened its Corner Market on Nov.

3 to help local families facing food insecurity from SNAP benefit disruptions — the market offers free food for anyone with an EBT card and seeks donations to keep shelves stocked. Located at the Y Center on N. Main St, it operates Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5–7 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Blacksburg High School Student Council Association is asking local residents to donate to its long-standing Thanksgiving Baskets Project that helps families in need.

They have raised $12,500 so far and need an extra $6,000—donations will be accepted until the end of the month.

Dr. Jack M. Lewis was named President Emeritus at New River Community College in recognition of more than 40 years of service, with the title presented by President Robert Brandon at a special ceremony.

He led initiatives such as opening a STEM campus in Christiansburg and expanding online learning to benefit students across the New River Valley (marking his long-term impact).

Christiansburg alum Adriauna Easter has been a member of Virginia Tech’s Marching Virginians for four years and now serves as a senior captain of the clarinet section.

She plans to march again as a graduate student while keeping the band’s spirit alive—performing a new show at every home game.

The Virginia Skyline Council celebrated Girl Scouts who earned the Gold Award on November 18—recognizing the girls for their hard work and leadership.

Professor Xiaoting Jia at Virginia Tech developed fiber-based neural implants that use a new manufacturing process to create smart fibers as thin as a human hair—this research, published Nov 17, may help treat Alzheimer's, epilepsy, and Parkinson’s disease.

The lab used FDA-approved materials to design devices that detect seizures and study brain circuits, promising advances in neurological therapies.

Yesterday, the Virginia Egg Council published a Thanksgiving cooking guide with egg-based recipes and tips to help local families plan a creative twist for their holiday meal—its advice is based on trusted culinary practices ahead of Thanksgiving.

The Running Servant, a local athlete, announced plans to run 50 marathons as an endurance challenge—he will complete a series of races over the coming months while following a detailed training schedule.

Virginia Tech hired James Franklin as its new head coach, replacing Brent Pry, and he will be introduced at a press conference today—his successful track record is expected to boost Hokie football.

Fans look forward to a refreshed program as Franklin leads a new era on campus.

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.

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.