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Blacksburg
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Good morning, Blacksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nikki Giovanni, a renowned poet and author known for her contributions to the Black Arts Movement and her explorations of racism, love, and mortality, has passed away at the age of 81. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Reed, a distinguished leader in wireless research, has been named a 2024 fellow of the National Academy of Inventors for his significant contributions, including 20 U.S. and six foreign patents in wireless communication. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ Two student fellows from Virginia Tech's Kohl Centre will collaborate on a project with the Virginia Soybean Association to enhance Virginia's soybean trade through market assessments and alternate end-use explorations. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ Fawzy Elnady, an associate professor at VMCVM, emphasizes innovative veterinary education, animal welfare, and draws inspiration from his wife and cats, highlighting his goal of performing a pilgrimage to Makkah. Virginia Tech News
- ➤ Theta Back wins the 2024 Congressional App Challenge in Virginia's Ninth District with her app Number Crunch, while second and third places go to Milo Tao-Lin and the duo Kayde Cole and Aidan Goode, respectively. New River Valley News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Tech researchers tagged a critically endangered shortfin mako shark in the Mediterranean for the first time, providing valuable data for conservation efforts. Virginia Tech News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Virginia Tech, featuring a team led by John Rossmeisl, offers pioneering neurology treatments for pets while advancing research with potential benefits for human medicine. Virginia Tech News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Daphne Williams, a horticulturist, educates on the history of holiday wreaths and gives tips for crafting sustainable and creative seasonal decor. Virginia Tech News
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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