Category: News

Many Miles, Many Years, Many Potential Impacts: The Mountain Valley Pipeline

By Emelia Delaporte and Sean Weinstock

After a decade filled with controversy the 303-mile-long Mountain Valley Pipeline became operational on June 13, 2024. Crossing several Appalachian counties, the pipeline has been a flashpoint for environmentalists concerned with the impact of expanding fossil fuel use on global warming, local industry and residents anxious to secure a reliable low cost energy source. This News Feed NRV mini-documentary provides an overview of the pipeline and presents both environmental and natural gas industry perspectives.

A Glimpse into Virginia Department of Education’s 2025 Plan Approaching Governor Youngkin’s Term Conclusion

By Nicole Cummings and Caroline Reed

With the nation desperately awaiting the fate of the department of education, Virginia has been proactive in preparing to improve upon the quality of students’ education as well as preparation for the end of Virginia Governor Youngkin’s term approaching. Virginia’s Secretary of Education, Aimee Rogstad Guidera, discusses Virginia’s “All In” Plan as the guiding principle for other improvement strategies moving forward. 

Waiting by the phone

By: Ainsley Cragin and Kennedy Gooden

Shortly after moving to their new home last year, Dona and Steven Durham discovered structural damage under their house. Extreme rain from Hurricane Helene flooded and deepened the existing cracks, weakening the foundation of their home. Now they’ve turned to FEMA for emergency funds to help repair storm damage that can’t be covered by insurance. Jeff Jones, FEMA Federal Coordinating Officer, sheds light on FEMA’s over-the-phone assistance program.

Radford Local Recently Named a National WomenHeart Champion

Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States. But with certain health incidents–such as cardiac arrests–being commonly associated with the male population, a group of female volunteers have stepped up to spread awareness and educate fellow women. Lucinda McDermott Piro, a Radford resident, was recently named a WomenHeart Champion with The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease.

Post-Election Mental Health Effects of Female Students, Minorities and Gen Z

Story by: Nicole Cummings and Caroline Reed

The NRV Newsfeed Podcast hosts an episode discussing post-election mental health effects on female students, female-identifying people, and minority groups; in light of the Presidential Administration’s promises. Interviewed by Nicole Cummings and Caroline Reed, Dr. Bonnie Zare, of Virginia Tech’s Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies department. Dr. Zare sheds some light on the election results from an analytical perspective.

Post-election economics

Produced for The News Feed Podcast by: Ainsley Cragin and Kennedy Gooden

Economics expert Jadrian Wooten discusses upcoming changes for consumers following the 2024 presidential election. As grocery prices increase and Generation Z’s earning power comes into question, he says to turn to experts – not influencers – for insight.

Inside the MAGA Economy

Offering a unique perspective on politics, we interviewed Jo Anne Price, the owner of the Christiansburg Trump store. A long-time supporter of Donald Trump and an active member of the Republican Party, Price decided to open a business that would serve as a hub for like-minded community members to gather and express their political ideas. She shares her motivation behind opening the store and her beliefs about President-elect Donald Trump.

EDITOR’S NOTE: This interview was conducted the day after Election Day.