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Photo by Alexander Tso At this point in time, the future of the dog park in Radford has yet to be determined. The site was completely underwater during October’s Hurricane Helene that forced the nearby New River over its banks.
Meadows to serve as Interim Radford City Manager – News Journal
Nov 1, 2024 · Ridpath is retiring Jan. 1, 2025 and Radford City Council has entered into a contract with the Berkley Group for Interim City Manager services. Meadows comes to Radford with years of experience, according to an announcement from the City of Radford.
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Grady Devilbiss RADFORD – Radford lost a great friend to the community in August with the passing of Grady Devilbiss.... Read more
Radford University’s Davis College recognized by Princeton Review …
Oct 15, 2024 · Radford University’s Davis College of Business and Economics has received national recognition by earning spots on The Princeton Review’s prestigious 2024 lists of Best Business Schools and Best Online MBA programs.
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Photo by Heather Bell Radford’s Harvey-Howe-Carper American Legion Post 30 honors Radford High School’s Boys State and Girls State participants... Read more Local Stories
Radford University launches Tartan Transfer program
Nov 7, 2024 · RADFORD – Radford University has announced the launch of the Tartan Transfer program, a new initiative designed to streamline the transfer process for students from eight Virginia Community College System (VCCS) schools.
Hurricane Helene brings historic flooding to Radford and …
Oct 1, 2024 · RADFORD – The flood waters have subsided in the City of Radford, but a big mess remains, and clean-up efforts are underway. At 4:15 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, the New River reached a crest of 31.03 feet. This was the highest flood stage since the 35.96-foot flood stage recorded on Aug. 14, 1940.
Mason, Jama McGee – News Journal
Nov 14, 2024 · Jama McGee Mason, 70, of Radford, died Nov. 13, 2024, surrounded by family. The daughter of the late James and Maggie McGee, she grew up in Yuma, Virginia, graduating as the valedictorian of Gate City High School in 1972 and receiving a degree in …
Radford City Republicans endorse candidates for school board …
Aug 13, 2024 · The Radford City Republicans are endorsing “a dynamic slate of candidates” for the upcoming school board and city council elections in Radford. Benjamin Buzzard, Brian Dobbins, Guy Wohlford, and Kellie Artrip, all lifelong residents of Radford, embody the values and commitment to community that the Republican Party holds dear.