Monday marked the start of Liam Watson’s trial. The 26-year-old Blacksburg Town Council member is accused of two counts of election fraud and one count of illegally voting in an election during the November 2023 elections.

On Tuesday, the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors voted to cancel the Student Life Village project, which was intended to provide housing for more than 5,000 students.

The development will be located on North Main Street, just outside of Virginia Tech’s campus, along Kabrich Street and Winston Avenue.

There is a proposal on the table to create a framework for smaller residential plots within town limits.

Virginia Tech received a record 55,000 applicants for the class of 2028.

The Blacksburg Town Council and police are in the early stages of curbing chronic speeders in school zones throughout the town.

Blacksburg leaders are considering allowing 'green' burials in town.

Blacksburg Town Council is considering a proposal from a developer to build a second hotel at the Midtown site.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Blacksburg Town Council unanimously approved a gun ban on town-owned property, including town hall, public parks, and rec centers Tuesday night. Cole Harden of Blacksburg was one of a few who spoke against the ban. Although they added the “super majority” of emails received against the ban were from those out of town. “I just wanted to express my appreciation for the courage of our Blacksburg Town Council for taking this on after so long,” Gillespie said. It was also prepared for any possible confrontation, with about a dozen police officers, including Blacksburg Police Chief Anthony Wilson, standing by in chambers and in the hallway.

BLACKSBURG, Va. – It’s officially the holiday season in Blacksburg. 10 News was live Friday evening for the virtual tree lighting ceremony joined by Blacksburg mayor and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus. They also pulled the plug on the parade that would have taken place because of the rain. [Blacksburg holiday parade canceled this year due to inclement weather]This tree lighting represents the joy of the season during a year when people need some cheer. “We all need something comfortable, something familiar, something stable to attach to and this is that,” said Hager-Smith.

BLACKSBURG, Va. Virginia Techs president, Tim Sands, is set to have a town hall talking about the community-wide response to coronavirus. The event is set to start at 11 a.m. and go to noon. Sands will be joined by Blacksburg mayor Leslie Hager-Smith and New River Health District director Dr. Noelle Bissell. Watch below:

BLACKSBURG, Va The town of Blacksburg is considering major steps to prevent a potential spike in cases in COVID-19. The move comes as thousands of students start to return to Virginia Techs campus. Proposed Ordinance 1942 would reduce restaurant, bar and brewery capacity to 50%. Smith said she has been working with landlords throughout the town to help with enforcement when it comes to large gatherings. Smith said the ordinance would address concerns brought up by people who live in Blacksburg.

BLACKSBURG, Va. Multiple law enforcement agencies in the Montgomery County area are holding a joint news conference in response to the killing of George Floyd and the expressions of outrage sweeping across the country. The Montgomery County Sheriffs Office, Blacksburg Police Department and Christiansburg Police Department are hosting the news conference. Scheduled speakers include:Penny Franklin, President of The Community GroupDr. Wornie Reed, Director of the Virginia Tech Race and Social Policy CenterBlacksburg Police Chief Anthony WilsonBlacksburg Mayor Leslie Hager-SmithChristiansburg Mayor Mike BarberMontgomery County Board of Supervisors Chair Steve FijalkowskiThe news conference is happening outside the Blacksburg Police Department building at 200 Clay Street.