Darin Greear and his wife, Tabitha, owners of Windy Hills Farm, have donated over 1 million pounds of produce to the Society of St. Andrew to feed the hungry, impacting an estimated 400,000 people. The Society celebrated Greear's generosity with a surprise event, presenting him with the Feeding the Region Award, while also marking their milestone of donating over 1 billion pounds of food since 1979.

PC Land Electronic Repair in Blacksburg is extending its support after a devastating fire displaced more than 65 families and residents at Foxridge Apartments.

Virginia Tech will honor the legacy of acclaimed poet Nikki Giovanni with a new immersive exhibit debuting Dec. 9, the anniversary of her passing.

Virginia State Police is investigating after a Blacksburg police officer hit and killed a pedestrian while responding to a call, according to the police department.

Fire displaces 65 residents, including 38 Virginia Tech students, at Foxridge apartments

Fire crews are currently on the scene of a fire at the Foxridge Apartment Complex in Blacksburg, late Monday night.

A professor at Virginia Tech was recently awarded a grant of $450,000 from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research to study cutting edge technology.

For the fourth year in a row, Virginia Tech’s dean of science, Kevin Pitts, is hosting an open invitation Thanksgiving. Truly embodying the spirit of the holiday and the university’s motto, Ut Prosim, That I May Serve.

The Town of Blacksburg announced that the police department, along with the approval of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, will be conducting deer culling operations over the next few months.

Smithfield and Virginia Tech are teaming up to donate thousands of pounds of food to Feeding Southwest Virginia, supporting people in need.

The Little Bookworm in downtown Blacksburg is not just a typical bookstore. Its goal is to nurture a love of reading for children and offer employment to adults with disabilities.

Carson Beck threw for 320 yards and four touchdowns to lead No. 14 Miami to a 34-17 victory over Virginia Tech on Saturday.

What was once an everyday sight around our region is gradually vanishing before our eyes, but a graduate student at Virginia Tech is researching if a species of tree that used to be common in Southern Appalachia can thrive in the area again.

An average of $8.2 million per year with $41 million guaranteed.

The Town of Blacksburg announced earlier this month that the town would unite with the Blacksburg Partnership, Virginia Tech and Downtown Blacksburg Inc to begin a strategic downtown development plan.

"I still believe that you can run your program from an old school perspective."

Pry’s endorsement played a significant role in Franklin's decision to accept the job.

After weeks of rumors and speculation, on Wednesday, it became official: James Franklin is the latest head football coach for Virginia Tech. The news has brought a lot of excitement to students who have not had much in the past few years.

James Franklin, the new head coach for the Virginia Tech football team, is scheduled to be formally introduced to the Hokie nation during a press conference at 10 a.m., today, November 19.

We all know about invasive species, especially as spotted lanternflies impacted much of our area throughout the summer. Luckily, a Virginia Tech professor is getting creative while teaching students at the school about invasive species.

Students across Virginia Tech’s campus celebrated Monday following the announcement of James Franklin as the university’s next head football coach, viewing the high-profile hire as a potential turning point for the struggling program.

In Blacksburg, Monday afternoon, approximately 40 Virginia Tech students and residents protested the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors’ decision to roll back DEI programs, specifically the dissolution of the Ujima and Lavender House Living Learning Communities.

In a development that could extend Blacksburg’s mayoral race, runner-up candidate Pete Macedo plans to file for a recount after losing by just 18 votes to Mayor-elect Michael Sutphin.

G.W. Danville outlasted Magna Vista last week in one of the most intense games of the year.

The 26th annual Hokies for the Hungry is about to launch! The drive starts Nov. 17 and runs through Nov. 21.

Housing in Blacksburg has been a problem for years — so much so that in the recent mayoral election, both candidates highlighted housing in their campaigns. But today, Community Housing Partners broke ground on a new affordable housing neighborhood.

Hansberry led a dominant scoring effort for the Hokies starters, who poured in a combined 63 points.

Pete Macedo, candidate for Blacksburg mayor, has announced that he is pursuing a recount in his race against Michael Sutphin.

The YMCA at Virginia Tech is launching its Corner Market initiative ahead of schedule to help address a food insecurity crisis caused by recent disruptions in SNAP benefits.

Virginia Tech has a deep military history with multiple Medal of Honor recipients and countless veterans who have come through the Corps of Cadets.

Patrick Henry remains the top team in region 5C after their victory tonight over Blacksburg.

The Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech is currently hosting a one-of-a-kind show called “The Great War.” The Dutch Company Hotel Modern blends theater, visual arts, animation, film and music to reconstruct scenes from WWI.

The race for Blacksburg mayor is still too close to call, with just 46 votes separating the two leading candidates, election officials said Thursday. Thousands of ballots are still being reviewed before a winner can be declared.

Democrat Lily Franklin defeated incumbent Republican Chris Obenshain in Virginia’s 41st District race Tuesday night, flipping the seat that covers parts of Montgomery and Roanoke Counties.

Southwest and Central Virginia are seeing beautiful Election Day weather with clear skies, seasonable temperatures, and low rain chances. A dry cold front and the year’s biggest supermoon are in the forecast.

Turning Point USA, the political organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk, visited Blacksburg in September 2025. In response, National Ground Game, which promotes itself as the counter to TPUSA, held an event at Virginia Tech just prior to Election Day.

Isaac Brown rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown before leaving late with a leg injury and Keyjuan Brown scored twice in the second half to lift No. 16 Louisville to a 28-16 victory over Virginia Tech. Miller Moss added a touchdown pass for the Cardinals, who rallied Saturday from a 16-7 halftime deficit to win their third straight game.

The Hokies are taking on the Louisville Cardinals in Blacksburg on Saturday.

The 2025 General Election will be held on Nov. 4. You can find results for Montgomery County here.

As families prepare for Halloween festivities across the region, fire officials are urging you to stay safe.

A Virginia Tech-led initiative aims to revolutionize indoor air quality monitoring through a $40 million, five-year project called BRAVE (Bio Aerosol Risk Assessment Intervention Engineering), funded by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health.

The Hokies managed to hold off the Golden Bears in double overtime

The Bears are currently leading the Hokies 20-10 at Halftime.

Bruins' Luke Mann scored three first half touchdowns.

Former Virginia Tech basketball star and alumna Elizabeth Kitley is making her way back to Hokie Nation.

Southwest Virginia residents don’t have to wait until October 31st to get into the Halloween spirit, as numerous family-friendly events are scheduled across the region this weekend.

A Virginia Tech spokesperson tells 10 News they’re talking with the city about possibly selling the Hotel Roanoke.

The 2025 Hokie BugFest was held in Blacksburg on Saturday!

The Blacksburg Bruins traveled to Pulaski County for a cool Friday night football game.

A preliminary hearing is scheduled Thursday for a Virginia Tech student who has been in federal custody for more than two months.

Each fall, the mountains surrounding Southwest Virginia come alive with brilliant reds, oranges, and yellows — and according to one Virginia Tech forestry expert, this year’s show is shaping up to be spectacular.

Tonight, the YMCA at Virginia Tech is hosting its second Empty Bowls event to raise awareness and funds for Meals on Main, an initiative supporting children facing food insecurity in the New River Valley. 🍲

The Jason Price Foundation is holding their first event: The All-in for Cancer Poker Tournament.

The American Heart Association partnered with LewisGale Montgomery to hold the 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk Saturday morning.

Friday is World Mental Health Day. Mental health is important to maintain across all age groups. However, the World Health Organization says mental health in seniors is often overlooked, leaving issues untreated. 10 News visited English Meadows Blacksburg Campus Friday, to talk to seniors how they prioritize their mental health.

One of Virginia Tech’s therapy dogs got a special celebration from staff and students on Friday!

Virginia Tech (VT) announced in September that it would no longer be offering two of their Living-Learning Communities (LLC) starting in the Fall of 2026. According to the university’s website, the Lavender House LLC is geared toward the university’s LGBTQ+ students. The Ujima LLC is for students pursuing Africana studies.

Virginia Tech plans to eliminate living-learning communities (LLCs) on campus: the Ujima House for Africana studies and the Lavender House for LGBTQ+ students, starting fall 2026.

Fire crews are currenlty on the scene working a major fire in the 600 block of Jennelle Road. Smoke may be visible in the area and officials are asking the public to yield to emergency vehicles.

A Blacksburg woman with a rare disease hosted a walk on Saturday in hopes of raising awareness and finding others like her.

The Hokies are facing off against the Demon Deacons in the 2025 homecoming game at Lane Stadium.

On Friday, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands and Director of Athletics Whit Babcock announced the formation and lineup of the university’s search committee to find the next head coach for the Hokies.

Virginia Tech architecture students took wheelchairs for a spin during the “VT Roll-About.” Tuesday.

If you’ve ever seen the movie Jaws, you may have asked yourself, “How would I react to a shark attack?”

From bystander to lifesaver. LewisGale is partnering with Montgomery County Public Schools to teach faculty how to stop severe bleeding during an emergency.

Virginia Tech’s Board of Visitors has approved a $229 million investment plan over four years to elevate the university’s athletic programs within the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).

Salem was looking to avoid an 0-5 start to the season when they hosted Blacksburg, this week.

Blacksburg is currently hosting world-renowned dance company Step Afrika! They have performed in over 60 countries and at the White House since their founding in 1994.

Today, Virginia State Police will launch a 24-hour highway safety initiative, “Operation Drive Safe 460." The effort targets Route 460 in Bedford, Botetourt, Roanoke and Montgomery counties.

Wednesday night, the Virginia Tech chapter of Turning Point USA hosted a stop of the American Comeback Tour in Burruss Hall Auditorium.

Days after lead assistant Kevin Giltner left for Wofford, David Moats has been hired.

Blacksburg High School PE/health teacher Madison Webb is the September recipient of the Education Impact Award.

Two weeks after Charlie Kirk’s assassination in Utah, conservative figures Megyn Kelly and Gov. Glenn Youngkin gathered at Virginia Tech to honor his legacy and address students.

A persistent stretch of soaking rain is set to bring relief to Southwest and Central Virginia this week, with rainfall amounts of up to 5 inches expected in some areas, along with notable swings in temperatures and an active tropical outlook.

Virginia Tech was ranked and tied for No. 51 overall in the National Universities class and tied for No. 21 among Top Public Schools in the National Universities class in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings released Tuesday.

AARP Virginia will host a candidate forum for House District 41, providing an opportunity for residents to hear from the candidates.

Up to 3,000 people are expected to pack into Burruss Hall Auditorium at Virginia Tech on Wednesday night for the next stop on the American Comeback Tour, hosted by the school’s chapter of Turning Point USA.

Laura Beth Dean, a registered nurse at Warm Hearth Village in Blacksburg, won multiple awards for her children’s book, “Georgia Jipp: Blizzard Pilot!”

The Virginia Tech Board of Visitors will meet in a special session on Tuesday, Sept. 30, where the board will consider a four-year athletics budget adjustment that would position the university’s athletics program to compete with the top programs in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), according to officials.

One Virginia Tech student is channeling grief into giving. Sophomore Conner Price is hosting a fundraiser in honor of his late father, with proceeds going to Carilion Clinic’s new Cancer Center. 10 News sat down with him to learn how he’s creating a legacy of hope for others battling cancer.

Virginia Tech leads Wofford 21-0 at the half.

Republican incumbent Chris Obenshain and Democratic challenger Lily Franklin have invested a combined $1.3 million into their tight rematch for Virginia's House District 41.

September is Hunger Action Month, and on Thursday, Virginia Tech students, athletes, and alumni gathered at Feeding Southwest Virginia’s Salem warehouse for the annual Hokie Way Service Day.

There will be three panels featuring local voices, advocates, service providers and policymakers.

The firing of Virginia Tech head football coach Brent Pry could present some significant financial hurdles for the university.

Virginia Tech’s weekly football press conference had a noticeably different tone this week following the firing of head coach Brent Pry on Sunday. Instead of focusing on the upcoming Wofford game, the discussion centered on how the team is coping with recent disruptions and preparing to move forward.

Less than 24 hours after Virginia Tech’s 45-26 loss to Old Dominion, the university announced the firing of head football coach Brent Pry, sparking widespread reaction across campus and among alumni.

Virginia Tech students responded to the firing of their head football coach on Sunday.

Virginia Tech has fired football coach Brent Pry after the program stumbled to its first 0-3 start since 1987.

Virginia Tech is planning to fire head football coach Brent Pry on Sunday, ESPN writer Pete Thamel confirmed on X.

Hokies have been outscored 62-0 in the last four quarters of play.

Floyd County set the tone early with their band as the Buffaloes took a 10-0 lead against Blacksburg.

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and according to the National Institutes of Health, suicide is the second-leading cause of death among college students. But Virginia Tech offers a program to help students’ mental health.

Virginia Tech’s Corps of Cadets and Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department gathered early Thursday morning in Lane Stadium to honor the first responders of 9/11.

Hokies are eager to get past 0-2 start to the season.

A man was arrested and one person was injured following a stabbing that occurred in Blacksburg on Saturday, Blacksburg Police Department said.

Szefc, a junior, was nearly perfect through the air, completing 10 of 12 passes for 140 yards and one touchdown.

Diego Pavia threw for 193 yards and two touchdowns to lift Vanderbilt, which trailed 20-10 at halftime, to a 44-20 win over Virginia Tech.

Green Hill Park was packed with hundreds of cross country athletes for the annual Knights Crossing Invitational, the largest ever held in Southwest Virginia.

Coach Jack Baker led James River to Blacksburg for the first-ever meeting between the two schools.