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In today's newsletter:
- Could a former rival soon fill Blacksburg’s embattled council seat?
- How Virginia Tech research says we can curb holiday impaired driving
Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Blacksburgfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Tuesday: Clearing and a few showers, with a high of 58 and low of 45 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 60, low: 41.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and warm, with a high of 64 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Liam Watson's former opponent for town council spot shares support following guilty verdict (wdbj7.com) — Blacksburg residents are watching closely as Town Council member Liam Watson pursues an appeal after being found guilty on felony election-related charges, leaving his future on the council uncertain. Former opponent Rick Johnson, who ran as a write-in in 2023, is publicly supporting Watson personally while also expressing interest in being appointed if the seat eventually opens. 
Find out what's happening in Blacksburgfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Alcohol Isn't the Only Thing Behind Holiday Impaired Driving Spike (goodmenproject.com) — A Virginia Tech transportation safety expert in Blacksburg warns that holiday impaired driving now increasingly involves cannabis and other drugs, not just alcohol. He says local communities that combine education, convenient ride options, data-driven enforcement, and in-vehicle technology are best positioned to keep residents safer on the roads this season.
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Library D&D: Holiday Special
Radford, VA Calendar , 30 W. Main St. , Radford
5:30 pm - CANCELLED: Street Committee Meeting
Town of Christiansburg Calendar , Town Hall 100 E. Main St. , Christiansburg
6:00 pm - CANCELLED: Regular Town Council Meeting
Town of Christiansburg Calendar , Town Hall E. Main. St. , Christiansburg
7:00 pm - Regular Town Council Meeting
Town Hall , E. Main St. , Christiansburg
7:00 pm - Christmas Eve - Recreation Center closed
Town of Christiansburg Calendar Christiansburg, VA 24073 - CLOSED
Radford, VA Calendar , 30 W. Main St. , Radford
9:00 am - Christmas Day - Recreation Center closed
Town of Christiansburg Calendar Christiansburg, VA 24073 - Christmas Holiday - Administrative Office closed
Town of Christiansburg Calendar Christiansburg, VA 24073 - Family Movie Matinee: Minecraft Movie & Rice Crispy Blocks
Radford, VA Calendar , 30 W. Main St. , Radford
11:30 am - 9:30 AM Monday Inner Radiance Yoga
644 W Main St , Radford
2:30 pm - Family Paint Night – A Winter’s Tail
Paint 'n Fun Ceramics , 782 New River Rd NW , Christiansburg
6:00 pm
Tuesday December 23
Wednesday December 24
Thursday December 25
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
Monday December 29
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Virginia Tech University posted a job opening for Custodial Services Worker in Blacksburg. Apply here.
- Dunkin' posted a job opening for Assistant Restaurant Manager in Blacksburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Blacksburg here.
🗞 Nearby News
Christiansburg
- Trump says small cars can bring down big prices, but experts say that's unlikely (toledoblade.com)
Radford
- A passion for math, a lifetime of generosity (lafayette.edu)
- An XXmas musical celebration at the Wheeler (aspendailynews.com)
- Young, Samuel Lewis (nrvnews.com)
Dublin
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-- The Patch AM Team
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