Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Viewers sent many snowy photos on Dec.
11, with Polly Vaughan’s 'fire and ice' shot from Fries featured as the Picture of the Day. Locals are invited to submit their winter snaps for future features.
The Least of These Talks announced a series of discussions on year-end giving to boost local charitable donations.
The initiative (supported by local groups) invites Blacksburg residents to explore ways to help neighbors following its Dec. 11 announcement.
🎓 Education
A local college course taught students to produce thoughtful podcasts about crime, conspiracy and cult topics through hands-on lessons in media ethics.
Participants engaged in lively discussions and developed unique episodes during the semester.
Jerry McCoy is a Virginia Tech Air Force ROTC senior studying business management, entrepreneurship, innovation and tech who receives the Presidential Scholarship Initiative that supports his tuition.
He is one of over 700 students benefiting from Virginia Tech Advantage offering tailored training and financial aid guidance.
A new school rating system rolled out on Thursday, Dec.
11 is sparking questions among Blacksburg educators and parents — many want clear details on how the system measures performance.
The Get Ready to Fly With Me program will support preschool students with engaging educational activities and is set to launch at local early learning centers soon.
School officials say the initiative aims to build early skills and confidence in young learners.
🏛️ Government
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is planning to extend its main runway to 7,700 feet to improve safety for upcoming holiday travel (environmental reviews for noise and neighbor concerns will take years).
📰 Lifestyle
Hometown Eats released a live segment featuring Lentini’s that highlights the restaurant’s local flavors and community ties.
The feature follows recent segments on Homestead Creamery + Fenderz Drive-In, showing Blacksburg’s vibrant food scene.
🎉 Blacksburg Events
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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.
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