Richard Linton named Virginia Tech’s next president as campus building program advances
The university’s 17th president will arrive in spring 2027 while major residence-hall and academic projects reshape the Blacksburg campus.
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Verified local reportingBlacksburg school-zone speed cameras are now issuing citations
The warning period has ended at Gilbert Linkous Elementary and Blacksburg Middle; drivers 11 mph or more above the active limit can be cited.
Virginia Tech begins work on two residence halls with 1,200 beds
The 350,320-square-foot project is scheduled for completion in summer 2028 and will expand on-campus housing in Blacksburg.
Virginia Tech hosts Georgia Tech in sold-out Homecoming game Saturday
Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at Lane Stadium, the fourth consecutive home sellout of the season.
New Virginia Tech president promises 300% increase in campus cranes
New Virginia Tech president promises 300% increase in campus cranes
Cat Arrested Following Armed Robbery in Blacksburg
Authorities in Montgomery County are investigating an unusual armed robbery after a domestic cat was taken into custody in Blacksburg and booked into the Montgomery County Jail.
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