Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Blacksburg will host its annual Holiday Parade and Winter Lights event on December 6, leading to road closures throughout downtown.
🎭 Culture
A Virginia Tech alumnus donates his mother’s collection of personal mementos from her time as a White House nurse, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of former First Families.
Tickets for the critically acclaimed 'The Book of Mormon' musical, which has won numerous international awards including nine Tony Awards, go on sale for its one-night performance in Blacksburg on March 18.
Virginia Tech's Newman Library showcases a Christmas exhibit of presidential cards and photos, celebrating Genevieve Herrell, a nurse who served six administrations from Truman to Ford.
🎓 Education
Pat Huber is retiring after seven years as president of New River Community College, with Robert Brandon set to take over the leadership role.
Virginia Tech collaborates with Carilion New River Valley Medical Center and Lyft to provide students free transport and access to forensic examiners for sexual assault cases.
Virginia Tech's Office of Sustainability Student Internship program, engaging students across four teams - energy, food, waste, and water, fosters campus-wide sustainability efforts and practical learning experiences.
🌲 Environment
This winter is expected to be colder than the last few, with several instances of Arctic air, but overall snowfall might remain low due to inconsistent moisture.
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