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.

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.

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

The Bike4Alz group of 11 riders will be arriving in Blacksburg on Saturday and will spend the next days afterwards making their way through other cities in Virginia before ending their 70 day journey in Virginia Beach, the organization announced Thursday.

The Town of Blacksburg announced Wednesday that John Clair will become the next Chief of Police for the Town of Blacksburg.

On Thursday morning, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication to celebrate the recently completed Blacksburg Transit Center.

Blacksburg Police Chief Todd Brewster announced he will be retiring in July, 2025. Brewster has been serving in BPD as an officer since 1999, and has been police chief since July 2022.

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

Bill Brown was an important figure for many in the New River Valley, specifically in the Town of Blacksburg.

Former Blacksburg Police Chief Bill Brown, a trailblazer for black officers in the New River Valley, is remembered for his inspiring leadership and enduring legacy.

As winter weather looms, nearby communities are preparing for the possibility of a wintry mix in the coming days. With road safety a top priority, local public works departments are taking action to ensure streets remain clear.

The VDH has lifted the boil water advisory for certain areas in Montgomery County Tuesday afternoon.

Tuesday night, Blacksburg Town Council approved a rezoning amendment 5-1 to bring 73 townhomes where the old Blacksburg High School was.

The Town of Blacksburg is working to restore the ecosystem in Heritage Park after being awarded a $230,000 environmental endowment grant.

Being a college town, Blacksburg has long struggled with developing housing types that attract young homebuyers.

The Town of Blacksburg continues to grow each year but its growth has outpaced its affordable housing market.

Green burials have been a topic of conversation in Blacksburg as an alternative to traditional ways, and one Blacksburg resident has been waiting for green burials to come to town.

Blacksburg town leaders are tackling the town's housing issues head-on in what they're calling a housing emergency.

The Town of Blacksburg is looking for feedback on the Prices Fork & 460 interchange in hopes of making it more accessible to pedestrians and cyclists.

A Blacksburg man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to bomb the Blacksburg Police Department Saturday, police said.

The Blacksburg Town Council is working to make the town safer for all travelers – including cyclists.

A well-loved playground in Blacksburg is getting a makeover. Demolition begins Wednesday.

The university is working towards becoming more accessible and affordable for future students.

225 years ago, a man named William Black formally established the Town of Blacksburg.

On Monday, the Town of Blacksburg announced the Affordable Housing Development Fund to combat the growing deficit of all housing types, especially those available to low to moderate-income households.

Normally, you can pedal to the metal on one of the 75 Roam NRV bikes to enjoy the Huckleberry Trail, commute around Virginia Tech or ride through Blacksburg and Christiansburg.But now it’s come to an abrupt halt. Each of the 16 bike hub locations in the New River Valley has an out-of-service sign.

An influx of cash is coming to Blacksburg.

Gauging ideas on how to make streets safer for bicyclists, the Town of Blacksburg is calling on residents for help.

The Town of Blacksburg is providing updates after receiving reports of several water main breaks on Sunday.

Blacksburg is getting ready to paint some new roadway markings with the goal to prevent bike crashes, but this idea is getting some mixed reactions from the community.

Blacksburg, Va. – Blacksburg council unanimously agrees to an extension of their COVID-19 ordinance. The original emergency ordinance went into effect in August, establishing occupancy limitations and mask-wearing requirements. Matching the governor’s restrictions, the ordinance will reduce its 50-person gathering limit to only a maximum of 10 people. The extension will last for 90 days, but the council said they have a plan if the governor alters his restrictions in the next month. The ordinance will go into effect at midnight Thursday.

UPDATE: Jan. 2, 2021, at 4:00 p.m.Blacksburg Police arrest made who they said made delusional statements referring to explosive devices late Sunday morning. At about 11:17 a.m., police responded to the 2100 block of North Main Street in regards to a suspicious person/incident. Police said the person involved made “delusional statements” about explosive devices. ORIGINAL STORYThere is currently a large police presence in Blacksburg as police investigate a suspicious incident Sunday afternoon, according to the Town of Blacksburg. Blacksburg Police confirmed that they are investigating the situation in the 2100 block of North Main Street.

The Town of Blacksburg kicked off the holiday season with a much-needed boost to local businesses through a new gift certificate program. A collaboration between the Town of Blacksburg, the Blacksburg Partnership, and Downtown Blacksburg Inc., Blacksburg Bucks is a double value gift certificate program designed to encourage and provide incentive to support Blacksburg businesses during these challenging times. Using CARES Act funding, the Town of Blacksburg will double the value of all Blacksburg Bucks purchased. If a customer purchases $100 in Blacksburg Bucks, they will receive an additional $100 in certificates, for a total of $200 to spend locally. Blacksburg Bucks are sold in $20 denominations.

ROANOKE, Va. Governor Northam is expected to address re-opening plans for colleges and universities at 2 p.m. during his regular coronavirus updates. We will carry that live here on wsls.com, the WSLS 10 News App and on air on 10 News. Each building has a slightly different protocol for reopening that has been developed by the department responsible for that building. The Town of Blacksburg will close Draper Road between College Avenue and Jackson Street to expand outdoor dining and create more public space downtown. Over the coming weeks picnic tables, planters and lights will be added to transform the space into an inviting area.