The current congressional map minimizes the number of localities divided between congressional districts. The proposed map increases them. Here are some of the ways localities in the western part of Virginia would be divided.
NRV Zone
New River Valley Zone (Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Radford, Montgomery, Pulaski, Giles, Wythe, Floyd, Bland, Carroll, and Grayson)
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Wythe County seeks community input on proposed zoning ordinance
A draft ordinance that would establish zoning in unincorporated areas for the first time will be discussed during a community meeting Monday.
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Volunteers plant over 2,400 trees in Blacksburg and Radford for the Big Plant
Planting trees has multigenerational benefits to a community’s well-being. The Big Plant has been planting trees to protect watersheds since 2019.
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Spring events for all ages and abilities in the NRV this week
Upcoming activities in Radford and Christiansburg will give dogs, dentists and egg enthusiasts reasons to smile.
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NRV counties’ Lyme rates are high. How to prevent tick-borne illnesses
The NRV is a hot spot for Lyme disease. Two experts share recommendations on how to avoid ticks and what to do if bitten.
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NRV council meetings take on energy supply congestion, cannabis sales and art plans
While there are no specific public hearings at town council meetings this Monday and Tuesday, there is time for citizen comments, and some interesting items for discussion and action.
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Taxes, comprehensive plan, new subdivision all on Montgomery County agenda for Monday
The county budget and next year’s tax rates will be advertised after a vote by the board of supervisors on Monday.
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Downtown Blacksburg businesses can apply for $20K matching grants for facade upgrades
Blacksburg Spark supports commercial property improvements that enhance the downtown streetscape.
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Public audit of 12 of our communities tells us about how responsive they are to information requests from the public
A group of student auditors asked a dozen localities for public information. The responses clarify where local government deserves credit for transparency and where it falls short of its responsibilities as keepers of the people’s information, as well as how local governments understand and execute their responsibilities under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
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Rare earth mineral production at center of pilot project involving Virginia Tech
Canadian company Aclara Resources’ manufacturing facility at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center is a precursor to a large-scale plant that company officials say will provide 75% of the United States’ rare earth minerals.