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Rigby is a handsome corgi/heeler mix who is ready to find a new home. He is 3 years old, neutered,...

Christiansburg Brethren Church hosts gospel singing on Oct 21. Christiansburg Church of the Brethren, 310 South Franklin Street, Christiansburg will...

  Town of Christiansburg photoThis map shows the area that will be covered in the downtown watershed study. The Town...

A public comment opportunity to discuss Main Street pedestrian improvements will be held tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m....

A Master Gardener grant last year funded a straw bale garden to help youth volunteers from several schools build beds...

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program will hold a Pancake Breakfast on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 8-10 a.m. at the...

Photos by Lisa Bass A Carillon Lifeguard Helicopter circling the NRV Mall preparing to land in the parking lot at...

The pets-of-the-week are from the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center. Each Saturday the News Messenger features a dog...

Lisa Bass Contributing writer Sunday is Global Handwashing Day. This global advocacy day is dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding...

Research recently conducted by Drs. Donna and Cliff Boyd, co-directors of Radford University’s Forensic Science Institute (RUFSI), and senior anthropological...