🌱 Sheriffs In Pink For Aubrey Scaletta + Boys Soccer Championship

Morning, Blacksburg. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Blacksburg Patch newsletter, full of all the community information you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Times of sun and clouds. High: 69 Low: 48.
• Saturday: A passing afternoon shower. High: 61 Low: 50.

Here are the top three stories today in Blacksburg:

1. Deputies from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office are showing support for a six-year-old girl named Aubrey Scaletta, who lost both of her feet in a vehicle crash on May 17. The community has rallied behind Aubrey, with the sheriff's office wearing pink in her honor, and donations can be made to her family through a GoFundMe page or the Virginia State Police Association's Emergency Relief Fund. The incident has garnered widespread attention and support in the local area. (WSLS 10)
2. The Blacksburg boys soccer team, led by coach Shelley Blumenthal, aims to continue their winning tradition and pursue their 14 state championship. The team has finished the regular season unbeaten and is motivated to defeat rivals Western Albemarle in the regional tournament. The team's senior leaders, including Nevin O'Dowd, Wyatt Eschenmann, and David "DJ" Garza, play vital roles both on and off the field, and they hope to end their high school careers on a high note by clinching the state championship. (Roanoke Times)
3. The Christiansburg Town Council has rejected a $500,000 bid from Shelor Motor Mile to rename Christiansburg Huckleberry Park to "Motor Mile Christiansburg Huckleberry Park" for a duration of 10 years. The council voted unanimously against the offer during a meeting, and the park is set to open in the upcoming spring. The decision comes amidst supply chain considerations. (WDBJ)

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Today and tomorrow in Blacksburg:

Friday, May 26

• Bikesburg 2023 At Downtown Blacksburg (All Day)
• University Club of Virginia Tech Open House At Lane Stadium (4:00 PM)

Saturday, May 27

• Blacksburg Farmers Market At Market Square Park (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Monday is Memorial Day and will impact public transportation. Bus service in Blacksburg and Christiansburg will be suspended on Monday, May 29, in honor of Memorial Day. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, May 30. (Blacksburg Transit via Facebook)
• Congratulations to the four Virginia Tech undergraduate students who have been awarded the prestigious 2023 Goldwater Scholarships. Out of 413 recipients nationwide, for their remarkable achievements in aerospace engineering, physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Their impactful work has made significant contributions to various areas of the university and holds promising prospects for their future industries. (Virginia Tech via Facebook)
• Virginia Living Magazine has announced the winners of their 2023 Best of Virginia awards, celebrating the success of tourism partners and businesses. The latest focus is on the Food & Drink category; click through to see all 18 winners—some of which are local in our area. (Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Montgomery County Regional Tourism via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.