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Friday, December 6th, 2024
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Tech Rescue Squad, staffed by students and community volunteers, remains operational during university breaks to ensure emergency services are available for the campus and surrounding areas. Virginia Tech
- ➤ The Giving Back Society donated $60,000 to five organizations supporting underprivileged individuals, part of its wider mission funded through events and grants. The Roanoke Times
- ➤ The Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center encourages adoption during their 'Paw-lidays' event to provide animals with homes for the holidays. WDBJ7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Mountain Valley Pipeline's cost has risen to $8.1 billion, nearly doubling its original estimate due to various factors, including legal challenges. The Roanoke Times
- ➤ A property in Blacksburg, Virginia, described in a Deed of Trust from 2014, will be auctioned by a Substitute Trustee on February 10, 2025. News Messenger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Garrett Hehn, a Virginia Tech alum and NASA flight director, discusses his evolution from a high school physics enthusiast to a leader in space mission operations. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Virginia Tech recognized Amanda Conrad, Emily Falls, Karolee Furrow, Katie Reuss, and Brandon Willis as Staff Members of the Year for their exceptional service and dedication. Virginia Tech
- ➤ Joel Peters, with extensive experience in global security and peace processes, aims to enhance experiential learning and interconnectivity as the new director of Virginia Tech's School of Public and International Affairs. Virginia Tech News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Around 6,300 Appalachian Power customers are without power due to strong winds, with restoration efforts underway and safety guidelines issued by AEP. WSET
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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