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VIRGINIA TECH


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VT launching new virtual mental health services for students

A new online service will help Hokies with their mental health.

14 hours ago

Three Virginia colleges enter agreement to bring virtual mental health services to students

Virginia Tech announced in a press release Thursday that they, along with James Madison University and Virginia Commonwealth University, have entered into an agreement with TimelyMD for student telehealth and tele-mental health services.

1 day ago

Black College Institute aims to recruit a more diverse population to Virginia Tech

The summer program is designed to ensure underrepresented prospective students are aware of higher education opportunities at the university.

3 days ago

Virginia Tech historical markers shine light on untold stories from the past

Six historical markers have been added to the university's campus, each with a unique story.

Virginia Tech’s Keve Aluma agrees to deal with Grizzlies

The big man led the Hokies in scoring the past two seasons.

Roanoke Valley Sports Club hosts Brent Pry and Mike Burnop

"They're going to be aggressive and go back to the old Beamer Ball," said Burnop.

This Is the Right Amount to Spend on a Mountain-Bike Helmet

All helmets sold in the U.S. are subject to the same standards, so why should you pay more?

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Souvenirs From a Civilization That Kills Its Children

A visual record of the artifacts that accumulate after school shootings.

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Virginia Tech leads groundbreaking research on malaria in mosquitos

As mosquito season is ramping up, a research project at Virginia Tech is taking the bite out of malaria.

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A new Blacksburg proposal could bring game day changes

A new Blacksburg proposal could bring game day changes. The ordinance would requires gatherings of over 200 people to register with the town 30 days in advance.

Tasty Tuesday: Not Your Mama’s Pasta continues success with farm to market favorites

Chris Cirenza is in Italy currently, finding ways to improve his craft even more

Virginia Tech’s memorable season comes to an end in Super Regionals

Timely hits by the Sooners proved to be too much for the Hokies pitching staff.

Hokies down Sooners, even Super-regional series

Hokies win game two to even series.

Blacksburg restaurant sees more business from Virginia Tech softball and baseball tournaments

Hokie fans are in Blacksburg cheering on the Virginia Tech baseball team, while also supporting local businesses.

Auburn, Glenvar girls clinch Class 1 and 2 team tennis state titles

Auburn and Glenvar girls team tennis both came out victorious in the State Championship on Thursday at Virginia Tech.

5 years to the day, John Szefc’s hiring at Virginia Tech leads to a Super Regional berth

It was five years ago to the day that John Szefc was announced as Virginia Tech’s next head baseball coach. And what a ride it’s been unfolding all the way to this weekend in the Super Regionals, where the Hokies are one of the final 16 teams in the country left playing baseball.

No. 1 Tennessee, 4 other teams lock up NCAA regional titles

Tennessee was right where it was expected to be Sunday night, celebrating an NCAA regional title on its home field and eager to continue one of the most dominant runs in college baseball history. The No. 1 national seed Volunteers, No. 4 Virginia Tech, No. 5 Texas A&M, Texas and Notre Dame closed out their regionals and advanced to super regionals beginning Friday. No. 6 Miami was the first top-eight seed eliminated, losing 4-3 to Arizona in Coral Gables, Florida.

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No. 4 Virginia Tech tames the Lions of Columbia with 24-4 victory

A 14-run fourth inning sends the Hokies to the Regional Final.

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Hokies outslug Wright State to Open NCAA regional play

The Hokies and Raiders combine for 24 runs in a 4 hour-plus slugfest.

Watch: River Turtles fall to Sock Puppets in Appy League opener

The Sock Puppets rally for 3 in the 9th to down the River Turtles in Pulaski's home opener.

Virginia Tech baseball confident heading into Region play

A fresh ACC championship banner graced English Field on Thursday as the Hokies took to the diamond for practice. Head Coach John Szefc said that success breeds confidence and the Hokies have plenty of that heading into Region play.

Virginia Tech now has a 73% student-voting rate — how can other schools follow suit?

Groups across the state of Virginia work all year long to get students registered to vote in high school and college -- the idea being, if these students start young, they’ll vote their entire lives.

Virginia Tech students vote more than peers

They’ve worked hard to get from a 48% student voter rate in 2012 to a 73% student voting rate in 2020.

The Accumulated Stress of All These Mass Shootings

News of tragedy after tragedy can give Americans a sense of learned helplessness about gun violence.

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Veterans gather in Blacksburg to reflect on history for Memorial Day

People gathered at the historic Smithfield Plantation in Blacksburg for Memorial Day.

No. 4 Virginia Tech baseball to host NCAA Regional

No. 4 Virginia Tech has been selected to be a regional host in the upcoming NCAA DI Baseball Tournament. While the Hokies received that news Sunday, they found out during Monday’s selection show that they will welcome in Wright State, Columbia and Gonzaga to the Blacksburg Regional. Games will begin Friday with the Hokies opening play with Wright State.

Hokies Softball falls in Super-Regionals

Virginia Tech and the University of Florida battle in Game three of their Super-Regional series.

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Hokies split series in Super Regional, approach decisive Game 3 against Florida

Virginia Tech split their games on Saturday, first beating Florida 6-0, then losing 7-2 in Game 2. A couple missed opportunities including 10 runners left on base, something the Hokies don’t expect to do on Sunday.

Friday Sports Roundup

Alleghany senior Baron Leitch won the Region C singles crown Friday at Virginia Tech. (Photo courtesy Seth Davis) Alleghany’s Carlee Lanford scored four goals in Friday’s soccer tournament match against Appomattox. (Recorder photo by Gavin Dressler) Baseball — Grayson County 5, Covington 4. The Cougars battled the Blue Devils in a Class 1, Region C

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Hokies softball leading Florida 6-0 in Game One

A violent storm system stopped play in Blacksburg, but the Hokies were leading Game 1 over the Gators 6-0.

Tar Heels blank Hokies, advance to ACC baseball semifinals

Typifying an Atlantic Coast Conference Baseball Championship in which the unexpected has become the norm, eighth-seeded North Carolina shoved its way into the semifinals with a 10-0 rout of top-seeded Virginia Tech on Friday night.

Former Virginia Tech football player found not guilty in death of Blacksburg man

The former Virginia Tech football player charged with second-degree murder in the death of a Blacksburg man has been found not guilty

NCAA Division 3 Softball Championships underway in Salem

The NCAA Division 3 Softball Championships got underway at the Moyer Softball complex in Salem.

Trial continues for former Virginia Tech football player accused for murdering Blacksburg man

On Thursday, Isimemen Etute took the witness stand in his own defense during day two of the trial against him.

Trial begins for former Virginia Teh football player charged with murder

Wednesday marked day one of the trial against a former Virginia Tech football player, Isimemen Etute. He is charged with second-degree murder in the death of 40-year-old Jerry Smith on May 31, 2021.

Tuesday Sports Roundup

Sadie Alphin plays No. 2 singles during the Bath-Grayson County regional tennis match. (Recorder photo by Gavin Dressler) Boys’ Tennis — Floyd County 5, Alleghany 4. The Buffalos outlasted the Mountaineers in a Class 2, Region C semifinal that lasted nearly seven hours Tuesday at Virginia Tech. Baron Leitch, Maddox Crance and Coree Nicely posted

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No. 2 Virginia Tech poised to make noise in ACC Tournament

The hits have been loud. The pitching has left batters scratching their heads. The defense--tougher than a $2 steak.

Cheers to 150 years: Virginia Tech unveils new limited-edition anniversary beer

“All Hail to Thee” is a hoppy, full-bodied American amber ale style beer, brewed with Virginia-grown malted barley and wheat.

Former Virginia Tech football player gets ready to face jury trial

A former Virginia Tech football player made another court appearance Monday before trial begins in two days.

Virginia Tech’s John Szefc named ACC Coach of the Year

Hokies had a program record of eight ACC all-conference honorees.

How to protect yourself from ticks, according to a Virginia Tech expert

Tips on how to protect yourself from ticks and what to do if you find one attached to your skin

Super win: No. 3 Virginia Tech defeats Kentucky to advance to NCAA Super Regionals

Hokies take down the Wildcats twice on Sunday to advance to the NCAA Super Regionals for the second season in a row.

Better late than never: No. 3 Virginia Tech defeats Miami (OH), advances to Regional Final

The Hokies defeated the RedHawks 5-4 for a spot in the Regional Final against Kentucky.

No. 3 Virginia Tech defeats Duke, clinches ACC Coastal Division and No. 1 seed

Virginia Tech baseball program wins first-ever ACC Coastal Division title.

Former Virginia Tech football player pleads not guilty to second-degree murder charge

A former Virginia Tech football player appeared in court Thursday for another hearing before his trial begins next week.

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New series at Virginia Tech to engage students across different viewpoints

Deliberative dialogues series started in the spring 2022 semester

Blacksburg Town Council still discussing how to tame Center Street tailgating

Blacksburg Town Council is continuing to discuss ways to address the massive crowds at Center Street on Virginia Tech game days, and with football season right around the corner, the clock is ticking to find a solution.

Shine bright on the diamond: Virginia Tech to host NCAA Softball Regional

The No. 3 Hokies will be a first time host in program history.

No. 5 Hokies even series with No. 7 Louisville

Staked an early lead by Gavin Cross hitting his 12th home run of the season on Saturday, the No. 5 Virginia Tech baseball team held off No. 7 Louisville, 4-3, to even the teams’ top-10 ACC series at English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park.Cross was sound on both sides of the ball for Virginia Tech (35-11, 15-9 ACC), which defeated Louisville (35-14-1, 16-9-1 ACC) for the first time since the Cardinals joined the league in 2015. Tech’s third-year outfielder homered to account for the first two runs of the Hokies’ three-run third inning, later inducing the timely 8-4 double play during the eighth inning that wiped the bases clean for reliever Henry Weycker.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin addresses Virginia Tech’s graduating class of 2022

More than 5,000 Virginia Tech students are turning the page to the next chapter of their lives as graduates.

Virginia Tech approves Juneteenth as a permanent university holiday

Virginia Tech has approved Juneteenth as an official university holiday in honor of June 19, 1865.

Hokies softball beats Syracuse, advance to ACC semifinal

Championship quarterfinals over seven innings of work to help the Virginia Tech Hokies over the Orange 2-1. With the win, Tech advances to the semifinals of the ACC Championship In addition to her 10 strikeouts, Rochard (23-2) tossed seven innings, giving up one run on seven hits and walking four for Virginia Tech (41-6). Freshman Bre Peck led the way offensively for the Hokies, going 1-for-3 in the ballgame with a home run and an RBI. Junior Morgan Overaitis also helped out, going 1-for-2 for Virginia Tech with an RBI. Sophomore Emma Ritter provided some offense as well, going 1-for-2 with a double and a walk.

Hokies rally in 9th to nip Flames 2-1

The Hokies put up 2 in the ninth to down visiting Liberty, 2-1.

Hokies softball feel no pressure heading into postseason play

If it looks like Virginia Tech softball handles pressure well, you’re probably right. The poise on the mound paired with calmness at bat, pressure is something the Hokies are good at combatting.

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Batting must stay hot for Virginia Tech softball heading into ACC tournament this weekend

The Virginia Tech softball team captured the ACC Regular Season title, and earned the number one seed for the ACC tournament.

Around the Way with EJ: Virginia Tech freshman pitcher Emma Lemley

Jefferson Forest grad Emma Lemley ranks in the top five of the ACC in strikeouts along with a 1.64 ERA.

Virginia Tech beats No. 25 UNC to reach ACC championship

Virginia Tech came to Brooklyn a desperate team, in need of a run in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament to have a chance to make the NCAAs. Now the Hokies have the opportunity to eliminate any doubt. Darius Maddox, Keve Aluma and Virginia Tech dominated No. 25 North Carolina 72-59 on Friday night to advance to the ACC championship game for the first time — and prevent another matchup between the Tar Heels and rival Duke.

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Virginia Tech make history, 66-61 over No. 23 North Carolina

Georgia Amoore put up 17 points and Virginia Tech posted a second straight win over a nationally-ranked opponent for the first time in program history, knocking off No. 23 North Carolina, 66-61 on Sunday afternoon. The Hokies (19-6, 11-3) knocked off No. 11 Georgia Tech, 73-63, Thursday and entered the game tied with No. 18 Notre Dame for third place in the ACC.

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Millipede with more legs than any known animal discovered in Australia

The millipede, discovered in Australia, has more than 1,300 legs and is believed to live on fungi.

bbc.co.uk

Facebook executives keep comparing social media to cars, chairs, and telephones.

Historians say the analogies are revealing in ways the company might not intend.

washingtonpost.com

For a group that helps find the missing, a search for one of its own ends in tragedy

Richmond, Va., resident Jennifer Coleman, whose parents help lead the AWARE Foundation, was reported missing Wednesday on a hiking trip at Glacier National Park. Her body was found Sunday.

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AP Top 25: Georgia jumps to No. 2 behind Tide; UCLA moves in

Georgia jumped three spots to No. 2 behind Alabama in The Associated Press Top 25 released Tuesday, giving the Southeastern Conference the top two teams in the country for the 30th time in the 85-year history of the college football poll. It is the second time in the last three seasons and the third in the last five that the SEC is sitting 1-2 in the AP Top 25, which is presented by Regions Bank. Alabama and LSU had a four-week run as Nos.

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A man dumped 80,000 pennies on the lawn for his last child-support payment. His daughter paid it forward.

Devastated by her dad’s display, Avery Sanford and her mother donated the money to a domestic abuse center in Richmond.

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Virginia Tech football player Isimemen Etute charged with second-degree murder

Virginia Tech football player Isimemen Etute, 18, was charged with second-degree murder after the death of a Blacksburg resident. Detectives were then called to the scene to initiate a death investigation, later ruling the death a homicide. The investigation revealed that Smith and Etute were “acquaintances,” according to Blacksburg Police.

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Virginia Tech survivor works to prevent future tragedies

Before the Orlando night club massacre claimed 49 lives, the April 2007 shooting at Virginia Tech was the largest mass shooting in U.S. history. Jeff Pegues tells us how a Virginia Tech survivor is trying to prevent future tragedies.

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Q&A: Gun control advocate Colin Goddard

In 2007, Colin Goddard was in a French class at Virginia Tech when a gunman opened fire; he was shot four times but survived. He's now a senior policy advocate for Everytown for Gun Safety pushing for stronger gun control laws.

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Two Virginia Tech college students charged in girl's death

Prosecutors have charged 18-year-old David Eisenhauer with first degree murder in the death of 13-year-old Colie Lovell. His fellow Virginia Tech engineering student, 19-year old Natalie Keepers, is charged with helping Eisenhauer commit the crime. Don Dahler reports.

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Relatives mourn teen as Va. Tech students arraigned

Two Virginia tech students remain behind bars in a murder mystery that has puzzled investigators. David Eisenhauer and Natalie Keepers are charged in connection with the murder of 13-year-old Nicole Lovell. The suspects appeared in court for the first time Monday. Don Dahler reports from Salem, Virginia.

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School lunches healthier than packed lunches, study finds

School lunches healthier than packed lunches, study finds Virginia Tech researchers say that school-provided lunches are more nutritious than those brought from home. Also, why being positive can help your health. Eboni Williams reports on the day's top health news.

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Suspect in missing UVA student's case linked to 2009 murder

Suspect in missing UVA student's case linked to 2009 murder While the search continues for missing University of Virginia student Hannah Graham, authorities say the man being held in her disappearance is connected to the 2009 murder of Virginia Tech student Morgan Harrington. Wyatt Andrews reports from Washington.

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