River Paddlers, Wells, and Revitalized Schools | Roanoke News

Five adventurers paddle 320 miles down the New River, documenting the journey and helping improve the trail, with a community meet-up in Blacksburg. Meanwhile, a veteran family in Willis gets a life-changing water system upgrade thanks to a partnership that’s bringing hope and stability. In Pulaski County, a bold “Vacancy to Vitality” program wins top honors for turning abandoned schools into vibrant community spaces — proving that collaboration and creativity can transform entire regions. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7f4e83125f6c3906