Gen Z activism
Generation Z, the youngest generation, is at the forefront of multiple social movements that are taking society by storm.
Maddie Martin Oct. 8, 2019
Chris's Coffee and Custard
The unemployment rate of individuals with disabilities is twice the rate of people without disabilities and is among the highest of any demographic group. A local business in Roanoke is making strides to provide employment opportunities for young adults with disabilities in the area.
Maddie Martin Nov. 21, 2019
Rob Sadler
Sports have shaped Rob Sadler’s and he is now applying the lessons sports taught him to his career goals.
Maddie Martin Oct. 21, 2019
First Generation Student Support at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech turned its focus to first generation college students at the beginning of this academic year by hiring Charmaine Troy, PhD, to take the lead on providing support for this large group of students who populate the campus.
Maddie Martin Dec. 18, 2019
COVID-19's Impact on Independent Bookstores
Givens Books in Lynchburg, Virginia stayed open during COVID-19 and advocated for the resurgence of supporting local businesses.
Maddie Martin April 17, 2020
Meditation in pre-school classrooms
At risk children are prone to stress. In Virginia, the Campbell County school division implemented a curriculum that teaches children strategies to manage the stress they face inside and outside the classroom.
Maddie Martin Oct. 29, 2019
Podcast
As technology progressively grows, journalism becomes easier for everyone because all you need is a phone.
Maddie Martin, Kelly O'Regan and Shelton Moss Nov. 5, 2019
2019 Donut Dash 5k
The New Life Christian Fellowship in Blacksburg, Va., gets creative when it comes to fundraising for their annual weeklong spring break trip.
Rob Sadler and Maddie Martin Nov. 16, 2019
The Lyric
The Lyric in downtown Blacksburg started a new initiative. Various restaurants are offering free tickets to The Lyric with their meal.
Maddie Martin Feb. 12, 2020
Local Middle School Finishing its Yearbook During School Shutdown
Brookville Middle School, a nationally recognized yearbook program, finishes their yearbook despite school closures.
Maddie Martin May 1, 2020
