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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

  • 03/31-NRV Senior Games Registration Deadline
  • 03/31-Friday Afternoon at the Planetarium
  • 03/31-Green Eggs and Jam
  • 03/31-Chico & Willie in Concert
  • 03/31-Kid's Night Out for Ages 2-10
  • 03/31-Furious Jones in Concert
  • 03/31-College Softball: Duke vs. Virginia Tech
  • 03/31-Play: The Little Mermaid Jr
  • 03/31-Jim Crandall in Concert
  • 03/31-Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon Live Immersive Event
  • 03/31-A Night at the Theatre
  • 03/31-Performance with Rissi Palmer
  • 03/31-Camp Culture in Concert
  • 03/31-College Baseball: UVA vs. Virginia Tech
  • 03/31-Phlegar Hill in Concert
Virginia’s New River Valley: A Natural Fit
NRV Outdoors: Find Your Escape

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