🌱 3 Degree Guarantee Donation Announced + Dental Residency Program

Hello again, friends! It's Friday in Blacksburg and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town.

But first, today's weather:

A morning shower; cooler. High: 53 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories in Blacksburg today:

1. April's 3 Degree Guarantee recipient was just announced. Blacksburg Refugee Partnership, a charity supporting refugees in the region, was selected as the April recipient of donations from 10 News' 3 Degree Guarantee. The organization supports 30+ refugees in the community, providing resources to help ease the process of integrating into American society. (WSLS 10)
2. A new grant will fund and launch a dental residency program in nearby Christiansburg. The Community Health Center of the NRV received a $500,000 grant to create a dental residency program for underserved populations, providing opportunities for dentists to gain experience and potentially stay in the area. There are hopes the residency will not only provide dental services for people that either have no insurance or have Medicaid but will train dentists with a passion to treat underserved populations. (WDBJ)
3. Blacksburg's volunteer fire department took part in extinguishing the flames of a Saturday blaze. On Saturday afternoon, fire crews respond to a fully-engulfed vehicle fire in Christiansburg before upgrading the call to a working structure fire. Harsh wind conditions challenged Christiansburg, Riner Volunteer Fire Dept., and Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Dept. as they tackled multiple incidents across the county. Thankfully, no injuries were reported. (WSET)

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Today in Blacksburg:

• Mandarin Chinese Meetup in Blacksburg: Let's Play Go Fish! @ Hybrid (9:15 AM)
• Art Exhibit: The Underwater Wonders of Toms Creek @ Perspective Gallery Squires (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Virginia Tech’s partnerships with universities across the globe enable students to trade places. This week, senior Scott Hobbs arrived at his international destination in Hirakata, Japan, while Satoka Mitsuhashi landed in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Virginia Tech via Facebook)
• New homes are available this week in the Blacksburg area for families, students, and more. Check out the three newly-listed homes in the area between $299,99 and $645,900. (Blacksburg Patch)
• Congratulations to Montgomery County Public Schools April Seniors of the Month! The seniors were recognized at the most recent School Board meeting. (Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia via Facebook)

As a heads up, the Patch staff will be taking some time off for the Easter holiday. You won’t be receiving a newsletter this Monday, but I’ll be back soon with your next update. In the meantime, have a great weekend!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.