Spring carnival in Christiansburg brings fun despite COVID-19 safety precautions
Carnival benefitting from the increased group sizes announced at the federal and state levels
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In the New River Valley, that means the spring carnival at the mall.
Kailyn Castow couldn’t wait to bring her daughter to the spring carnival in Uptown Christiansburg after the year they’ve had.
“It’s kind of nostalgic, it almost feels new and unreal because it’s been so long. So it’s almost like I kind of feel like a kid again,” Castow said.
RC Cole is the carnival operator and while he’s in the business of fun, safety takes on a new meaning this year. Limited capacity and six-foot markings on the ground are helping make sure everyone follows the rules.
Bill Ellenbogen is a developer and a self-avowed capitalistâand heâs had his hands in numerous brick-and-mortar business projects.
But whatâs earned him admiration from many in the area is the Huckleberry â a beloved recreational amenity and a regional draw that now stretches from Christiansburg to the Jefferson National Forest north of Blacksburg.
âWhat Iâve tried to do is ⦠give something back to the community. I really love Blacksburg,â Ellenbogen, 70, said. âI think itâs important as a capitalist, which I am, and as an entrepreneur, that I try to find a middle road. Where at the same time I was building a business, I was also returning something to the community.â
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Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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Averett University celebrates its graduates. It will livestream its fall commencement ceremony this evening. Tomorrow, graduates an walk the graduation state and receive their diplomas.
Temporary lane closures could impact your commute in Lynchburg. Traffic on Candlers Mountain Road at the Bridge near Red Lobster will be down to one lane from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. as crews inspect the bridge.