Good morning, Blacksburg.

Seventeen-year-old Wynter shows her easy charm by learning sign language, building carpentry projects, and exploring science and skateboarding.

She hopes to find a caring family—one that supports her dreams of becoming a NASCAR driver, mechanic or carpenter.

The Good Neighbors Fund encourages local residents to support community programs after the government shutdown this fall exposed the vulnerability of millions who rely on SNAP benefits—officials stress that local help is crucial to build resilience.

Joziah is a bright 16-year-old who loves exploring robotics and art + he spends his free time playing outdoors and learning new skills.

He plans to earn college and master’s degrees and build his own robots + he seeks a caring family that will support his creative and academic dreams.

Airports and highways across the region are reporting higher traffic as Thanksgiving week starts.

The local Roanoke and Blacksburg Regional Airport expects about 7,500 outbound passengers and officials say traffic will increase as more travelers move ahead of Thanksgiving Day.

AAA reminds drivers that Virginia’s Move Over law requires slowing down and giving space to stopped vehicles with hazard lights — a rule meant to keep emergency workers safe.

The reminder comes as road travel increases before Thanksgiving.

AAA predicts nearly 82 million people will travel for Thanksgiving, including about 2 million Virginians, and advises leaving before noon to avoid heavy traffic—gas prices in Virginia are expected to average $2.95, slightly lower than last year.

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.