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🌱 What a new $16.2M Army contract means for Radford’s plant
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Good morning to you Radford! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What a new $16.2M Army contract means for Radford's plant
- Where premium gas was cheapest in Radford during mid‑August
- How Radford University's new health sciences leader could impact local care
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 84 and low of 62 degrees.
- Friday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 81, low: 61.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Dataminr Wins $318M Air Force Global Event Alerting Contract (clearancejobs.com) — Radford's Army Ammunition Plant is set for a major upgrade, with a $16.2 million Army contract awarded to modernize its acid area tank farm by 2028. The deal, part of a larger Pentagon contract roundup, brings significant long-term investment and technical work directly to Radford. 
• Cheapest premium gas in cities across Radford city in week ending Aug. 15 (newrivervalleytimes.com) — Radford drivers paying for premium gas saw at least one station offering $4.15 per gallon during the week ending Aug. 15, below the citywide average of $4.35. The report compares Radford prices with statewide and national trends, noting how global tensions and refinery outages have pushed fuel costs higher. Prices can still change quickly day to day.
• Radford University selects assistant vice president for health sciences (radfordnewsjournal.com) — Radford University has named Dr. Ashley Wells as its new assistant vice president for health sciences, a role shaping health and life science programs on both the Radford and Roanoke campuses. She'll also guide the Center for Rural Health, working with regional partners to improve medical, mental and dental care in Southwest and Southern Virginia. Her background blends public health, education and community-based health initiatives.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Radford
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1:00 pm - Family Book Club: The Eyes and the Impossible →
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6:30 pm - CPMT Meeting →
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8:30 am - EDA Meeting →
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Saturday August 29
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🗓 Events Nearby
- MC Speed Networking Social - August 2026
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 105
4:00 pm - Last Call Before Football →
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce University Club of Virginia Tech
5:00 pm - Women of Vision
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 1540 South Main St, Ste 110, Blacksburg, VA Located at First & Main
9:30 am - MC Business 101 Financial Foundations: Session 2
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 210 Laurel St Suite B Christiansburg
12:00 pm - MC Eggs & Issues: The Future of Business in Montgomery County - September 2026
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce Warm Hearth Village 2387 Warm Hearth Dr. Blacksburg, VA 24060
8:00 am - MC 2026 Ambassador Meeting
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce 210 Laurel St NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
11:00 am - TOUR OF DESTRUCTION →
Pulaski County Motorsports Park, 6749 Lee Hwy, Fairlawn
6:00 pm
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Tuesday September 1
Thursday September 3
Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Constellis Holdings, LLC posted a job opening for Armed Security Officer in Radford. Apply here.
- Starbucks Corporation posted a job opening for shift supervisor - Store# 67588, 7438 Lee Highway - Radford in Radford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Radford here.
🗞 Nearby News
Dublin
- New Guide Offers Pet Safety Tips for Truck Drivers (truckinginfo.com)
Christiansburg
- Christiansburg votes unanimously to end flock camera contract (wfxrtv.com)
- Akers, Nelva Compton Viers (nrvnews.com)
- Fire and blood: cooperation to save lives (montcova.com)
Ok Radford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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