Jun 03
2022
VT Explores the Relationship Between Quantum Networks & Cybersecurity
New River Valley, VA – An article published by Virginia Tech explains how researchers at the university, in tandem with the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI), are exploring quantum computing and its potential to revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape. Per the article, “Quantum systems have properties that provide inherent security in communications. Unlike “classical” networks, which comprise […] Read moreMay 16
2022
Giles County Hikes with Views Featured in Go Hike Virginia
Giles County, VA – Sweeping vistas, fresh mountain air, and abundant wildlife are just a few reasons to get out and explore Giles County. Go Hike Virginia recently featured an article detailing a trio of trails that are sure to please those yearning for picture-perfect panoramas. Here’s a list of the Giles County trails featured […] Read moreMay 16
2022
Virginia Tech Simulates 5G Smart Grid Technology
Montgomery County, VA – The Augusta Free Press recently published an article detailing how researchers are simulating a 5G smart grid for Virginia Tech’s Blacksburg campus. Here’s what the article had to say about Virginia Tech: “We are modeling Virginia Tech Electric Service as a microgrid with the bandwidth, low latency, and computing power of […] Read moreMay 05
2022
World’s Largest 3D Printing Project Finds a Home in Pulaski County
Pulaski County, VA – 3D Printing Industry.com recently published a piece designating Pulaski County as home to the “world’s largest 3D printing project”. Project owner, Alquist 3D has dubbed the groundbreaking initiative “Project VA”. The project will be a multi-phase 200-unit housing development that is proposed to be constructed over a three-year period using only […] Read moreApr 28
2022
Radford University Graduate Programs Recognized in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
Radford, VA – Radford University recently issued a press release highlighting recognition by U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Graduate Schools rankings. This year’s ranked graduate programs include nursing, psychology, social work, and business administration. The press release details the depth of the school’s graduate offerings saying, “Radford University serves approximately 10,000 students with […] Read moreApr 21
2022
MELD Manufacturing Receives Award at 2022 AMUG Conference
CHRISTIANSBURG, VA – MELD Manufacturing was presented with the Advanced Concepts Award at the 2022 Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Conference. The annual conference, held in Chicago, “recognizes individuals and their companies for outstanding work in additive manufacturing technology”. The first-place award was a result of MELD’s involvement with the U.S. Army’s Jointless Hull Program. […] Read moreApr 21
2022
Volvo VNR Wins 2022 Green Truck of the Year Award
Pulaski County, VA – Green Car Journal recently featured an article awarding the Volvo Trucks VNR model the 2022 Green Truck of the Year. The VNR Electric Truck, released in 2020, originated from Volvo’s Electric Lights Program and has taken the big rig EV market by storm. The VNR was able to edge out competitor […] Read moreApr 11
2022
Regional Partnership Creates Two-Phase River/Trail Center in Giles County
Giles County, VA – Giles County has announced a partnership with the New River Valley Regional Commission and the Friends of Southwest Virginia on the development of a new River/Trail Center. The project will be located on the grounds of the historic Mountain Lake property, and will serve as an information hub for the plethora […] Read moreMar 30
2022
Volvo Lands Largest VNR Truck Order to Date
Pulaski County, VA – WDBJ7 recently featured an article detailing that Volvo Trucks has received an order for more than 100 of its headline-making VNR Electric Trucks. The order originated from California-based logistics company, Performance Team. Performance Team dipped their toe in the water last year with a request for 16 electric long-haulers. Their recent […] Read moreMar 28
2022