Virginia Business Features NRV Leaders in ‘Top 100 People to Meet in 2024’

New River Valley, VA – Several leaders from across the New River Valley were listed in the 5th annual list from Virginia Business of “Top 100 People to Meet in 2024”. According to the article, this list includes a wide range of professions from novelists and podcasters to up-and-coming entrepreneurs, influential attorneys, nonprofit leaders, educators, […] Read more

NRV Receives Grant for NRV Materials and Machinery Cluster Scale-Up

New River Valley, VA – WSLS Channel 10 recently reported that Governor Youngkin announced $1.9 million in GO Virginia grants for eight different programs. These projects help promote economic growth and workforce development throughout the commonwealth. A New River Valley partnership comprised of the New River Valley Regional Commission, the Virginia Tech Center for Economic […] Read more

10 Most Popular Blog Posts of 2023

New River Valley, VA – Virginia’s New River Valley has experienced an exciting 2023! Let’s count down the top ten 2023 posts on TheNRV.org website. The following posts had the most pageviews online: 10. Broadband Partnership Brings Countywide Fiber to Floyd Citizens Telephone Coop recently reported that their Countywide Broadband Expansion project with Floyd County […] Read more

NRV Accolades and Awards for 2023

New River Valley, VA – The New River Valley is proudly celebrating a year of triumphs and accolades that showcases how the region is filled with thriving communities and innovation. Below are just a few of the accomplishments and awards won this past year by the NRV’s counties, city, towns, schools, businesses, and universities. Regional […] Read more

LewisGale Hospital Pulaski Celebrates 50 Years in Pulaski County

Pulaski County, VA – WSLS Channel 10 recently reported that LewisGale Hospital Pulaski is celebrating 50 years of service to Pulaski County. The hospital was originally built as a cottage hospital in 1915 with 7 beds and moved to the current location in 1973 where LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has grown the hospital to house a […] Read more

Broadband Partnership Brings Countywide Fiber to Floyd County

Floyd County, VA – Citizens Telephone Cooperative recently reported that their Countywide Broadband Expansion project with Floyd County is almost complete. Floyd County, typically known for its creative arts and music culture, has partnered with Citizens to pioneer new ways to connect rural communities that don’t rely on highways, railways, or educational institutions. According to […] Read more

Exploring Murals and Wall Art in Virginia’s New River Valley

New River Valley, VA – Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Virginia’s New River Valley, a hidden gem awaits history buffs, art enthusiasts, and casual observers alike – a vibrant tapestry of murals and wall art that breathes life into the region’s communities. From the historic streets of the City of Radford to the charming […] Read more

Radford University and Virginia Tech Among Best Student Cost of Living in VA

New River Valley, VA – Radford University and Virginia Tech are among the top 10 best colleges for student cost of living in Virginia according to SmartAsset.com Radford University is ranked #6 for 2023 and Virginia Tech is ranked #7 for 2023. According to SmartAsset’s methodology, the company “compares schools based on a variety of […] Read more

NRV Leaders Listed in 4th Annual Virginia 500 By Virginia Business

New River Valley, VA – Four leaders across the New River Valley were recently listed in the 4th annual “Virginia 500 – The 2023-24 Power List” published by Virginia Business Magazine. With a long tradition of leadership in the Commonwealth, Virginia Business Magazine created the Power List “to be an insightful and helpful resource on […] Read more

Pulaski County Focuses on Green Manufacturing

Pulaski County, VA – Cardinal News recently published an article on how Pulaski County is making “an effort to market itself as a green, ‘solar friendly’ locality”. The article said that the county’s comprehensive plan includes a policy that “supports sustainable building practices, energy efficiency, and renewable energy development.” The county’s landfill has a methane […] Read more