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WHY LIVE IN THE NRV?

When a community fits, you feel it. The scenery inspires, the people connect, and the work feels easy. The benefits of living here surround you. People choose to live and work in Virginia’s New River Valley, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s simply “A Natural Fit”. Use the buttons below to find a job, calculate your cost of living, and explore our region.

INTENTIONAL SMALL TOWN LIVING

No matter where you are in the New River Valley, you’ll always feel at home. The beautiful and safe outdoor landscape and local colleges and universities provide a family-friendly, academically-enriched environment for all ages. Residents are hospitable, kind, and open-minded; they chose to be here and actively support the region’s continued success. The area is full of artisans, craftsmen, and people who truly appreciate their contributions to the community.

Live Here in Virginia's New River Valley

Weather in the valley

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Community Calendar

  • 03/19-Blacksburg Newcomers Group March Monthly meeting
  • 03/19-Coffee Club for Adults 50 Years & Older
  • 03/19-Playgroup for Babies and Toddlers
  • 03/19-Meet the Author: Madeline Hoge
  • 03/19-College Softball: UMES vs. Radford University (Doubleheader)
  • 03/19-Free Health Screening
  • 03/19-College Baseball: East Tennessee State vs. Virginia Tech
  • 03/19-Emerging Leaders, Artists, & Creatives Open House
  • 03/19-Zine Making Workshop
  • 03/19-Sharkey's March Comedy Madness Showcase
  • 03/19-2024 Men's NIT Basketball Tournament: Richmond vs. Virginia Tech (Opening Round)
Virginia’s New River Valley: A Natural Fit
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