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Incumbent Jennifer Kiggans (R) and Missy Cotter Smasal (D) are running in the general election for Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District
Incumbent Jennifer Kiggans (R) and Missy Cotter Smasal (D) are running in the general election for Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District on November 5, 2024. The Washington Post’s Meagan Flynn said the district “…is about as middle-of-the-road as they come, full of independents and swing voters, where military service isn’t so much an advantage for candidates as it is a prerequisite.”
Brent Pry reveals the huge next step Kyron Drones has taken at Virginia Tech
One quarterback that really turned some heads over the last two months of 2024, was Kyron Drones. The Baylor transfer led a Virginia Tech turnaround from a 1-3 start in their non-conference schedule to 5-3 in the ACC where they became bowl-eligible. Senior Grant Wells was named the starter ahead...
Foul Check Episode 20: Cornerbacks with Virginia Tech cornerbacks coach Derek “Cheetah” Jones
WELCOME BACK! After a quick Olympic break, Brooke and Eric are ready to go with another Foul Check episode. This week, the duo are joined by Virginia Tech cornerbacks coach Derek “Cheetah” Jones. They talk about what it means to be a strong leader of men, the origin of the name Cheetah, and the ins and outs of the secondary and cornerbacks.
Position Preview: Linebackers and STARs
Combination of returning names and transfer portal acquisitions front the unit. BLACKSBURG – As Virginia Tech football is less than two weeks away from its first competition against Vanderbilt, conversation has begun about an essential aspect of the defense: linebackers and STARs. Led by defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Chris Marve and STARs coach Shawn Quinn, the unit looks to grow after being an integral part of the Hokies’ defense last season. Every week of Fall Camp, the position preview series, presented by Farm Bureau Insurance, will break down the Virginia Tech football roster. In this position preview, let’s look at the Hokies’ linebackers and STARs unit, highlighted by the return of some familiar faces along with new voices in the room.
Educators work to combat a student attention span crisis
LOW MOOR, Va. (WDBJ) - Students across our hometowns are getting back into learning as a new school year begins. As parents and teachers- how can you ensure your kids’ attention isn’t veering off from the material they’re being taught?. Recent studies show the average attention span...
‘You will be saving a life,’ local shelters urge adoptions amid influx of animals
DANVILLE, Va. (WFXR) – Animal shelters are seeing huge influxes of animals, so much so that the Danville Area Humane Society said they have seen an almost 20% uptick in euthanasia at their shelter in 2023, and they expect that number to rise more this year. The Danville Humane Society. as well as the Franklin […]
Drought shows no sign of improvements as sunshine filled weekend gets underway
Friday we bring in winds from the west-southwest as our high pressure dome pushes east. This helps push out the cooler air for something closer to seasonal averages. For our western counties the low 80s by the afternoon while our eastern mountains make a run for the mid to upper 70s. A nice improvement from […]
Upcoming events and activities at Virginia Tech
Below is a sampling of activities coming up this week, including RecFest, GobblerFest, and Labor Stay Weekend. Be sure to check GobblerConnect for additional activities. Intramural Sports Meet Ups (multiple days) Get to Know You @ D2 (multiple days) Tuesday, August 27. Wednesday, August 28. Thursday, August 29. Exhibition Closing...
Solar panel installation at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine facility
Solar panels will be installed at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine facility beginning Aug. 22 through Oct. 1. During this time, building occupants may hear general construction noise associated with the installation of solar panels. Questions may be directed to vtrepair@vt.edu.
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