The issue was featured during a recent statewide first responder symposium in Blacksburg.
Erick Solorzano
Posted inEconomy
Plans for Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums are underway in Pulaski and Amherst County
Pulaski’s town manager says he encourages residents to consider what this could mean for a town in need of an economic boost.
Posted inNew River Valley
New River Valley Field Notes: Two candidates for two council seats so far in Blacksburg
Plus: Giles County gets a substantial amount of money for a brownfield cleanup.
Posted inLocal
New River Valley Field Notes: Crew paddling the entire New River to share experience in Blacksburg
Plus: A Floyd County family gets some needed help to have water on the homestead.
Posted inNew River Valley
Peppers Ferry predicament: Christiansburg Town Council turns down park land over access road
The town’s fastest-growing area is relying on roads through neighborhoods to help manage traffic.
Posted inLocal
New River Valley Field Notes: Medal of Honor awarded to late Vietnam War hero of Radford
Plus: Will Price Park finally become what supporters believe it should be?
Posted inPolitics
Interim sheriff Page wins Republican nomination in Montgomery County
He will face the winner of a Democratic primary on Aug. 4 to fill the remainder of former Sheriff Hank Partin’s term.
Posted inLocal
New River Valley Field Notes: Slow Giles County voting machines need replacement, registrar says
Plus: A reader asks about Virginia Tech Board of Visitors disclosures.
Posted inLocal
New River Valley Field Notes: Patrick Jensen to run for Montgomery County commonwealth’s attorney
Patrick Jensen will seek to succeed Mary Pettitt in Montgomery County.
Posted inLocal
New River Valley Field Notes: Montgomery County’s 5 sheriff candidates to appear at forum; bus system wins award
Plus: Summer nutrition program details announced.
