Good morning, Blacksburg.

Meals on Wheels resumed operations on Dec.

10 after severe weather interrupted its deliveries, plus the service is now back on the road to deliver meals to local residents.

Santa spread holiday cheer by visiting Carilion Children's hospital (yesterday, Dec.

10) at a special event for patients and staff. The festive visit lifted spirits at the facility.

Mountain View Humane invites local residents to the Whiskers, Wags, & Wine event featuring wine tasting, a silent auction, and local art today from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Vintage Cellar, 1338 S Main St. — all proceeds support affordable pet care services.

Virginia Tech celebrates Nikki Giovanni with an immersive exhibit that uses video projections, graphics, photos and music to showcase six of her poems.

The exhibit will move to the Torpedo Factory Art Center in 2026 — keeping her legacy alive in the community.

Catherine Caputo, a construction engineering senior at Virginia Tech, built her future after a mission trip to Peru and success in design-build competitions; she will pursue a master’s program and start as a project engineer with Southland Industries after graduation.

On Dec 5 and Dec 8, widespread snowfalls blanketed parts of Virginia, with areas around Blacksburg receiving 2–4 inches—a rare early December event.

Forecasts indicate that a fast-moving Alberta clipper will bring light snow later this week (hinting at more wintry conditions for locals).

Residents in Shawsville attended a public meeting to discuss the MVP Boost project, which proposes expanding the Mountain Valley Pipeline capacity.

Attendees weighed in on the planned expansion during the event.

Blacksburg Transit will temporarily reduce weekday service beginning Jan.

18, 2026 due to recalled electric buses limiting battery capacity, affecting eight routes between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. The agency will adjust frequencies and alternate route patterns to try keeping service steady during peak times.

Virginia Department of Health warns that norovirus spreads quickly during holiday travel and gatherings (symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps) and advises washing hands with soap and water; people should seek care if signs of dehydration appear.

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.